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Methods of minimizing fill and promoting appropriate pattern of buildings and development in flood hazard areas.

In order to accomplish the foregoing purposes the following methods shall be employed pursuant to authority of this chapter:

A. Controlling the filling, grading and other development which may increase flood damage;

B. Regulating the elevation of finished first floors;

C. Providing a mechanism for variations from these requirements; and

D. Such other measures as are deemed necessary and appropriate in light of any special vulnerability to flood damage of a specific site due to location or natural features.