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FEMA Understanding Elevation Certificates Fact Sheet

March 03, 2023
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Elevation Certificates (ECs) are a helpful tool for policyholders and the NFIP. Review this fact sheet to learn more about how ECs benefit policyholders, their role in evaluating First Floor Height and more.