Flood Preparedness & Resilience Information
The Village of Mamaroneck is especially vulnerable to flooding due to our rivers, coastline, and watershed systems. Residents are encouraged to stay informed and prepared before, during, and after storm events.
This page provides important information on understanding flood risks, protecting your home and family, and complying with local floodplain regulations.
Know Your Flood Risk & Be Prepared
Topics Covered:
• Know your flood hazard
• Insure your property for your flood hazard
• Protect people from the hazard
Flooding can happen anywhere — even outside mapped flood zones. Understanding your risk and planning ahead is the best way to stay safe.
Know your flood hazard
Check FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center to determine your property’s flood zone and level of risk:
https://msc.fema.gov
Insure your property
Standard homeowners’ policies do not cover flood damage. Learn about insurance options for homeowners and renters:
https://www.floodsmart.gov
Protect your family
• Never drive through flooded roads — Turn Around, Don’t Drown.
• Know local flood alerts and evacuation routes
• Maintain a household emergency plan
Additional information
Village Flood Preparedness Handbook
The Village’s Flood Preparedness Handbook provides local floodplain details, preparedness tips, emergency guidance, and recovery information:
https://www.villageofmamaroneckny.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif826/f/uploads/flood_preparedness_handbook_as_of_2024.pdf
Protect Your Property & Build Smart
Topics Covered:
• Protect your property from the hazard
• Build responsibly
• Protect natural floodplain functions
Protecting homes and the natural environment helps make our community more resilient.
Protect your property
• Elevate utilities and valuables above flood level
• Review the Village Flood Preparedness Handbook for preparation guidance
https://www.villageofmamaroneckny.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif826/f/uploads/flood_preparedness_handbook_as_of_2024.pdf
Build responsibly
Before beginning home improvements or new construction, contact the Village of Mamaroneck Building Department to ensure proper permits and floodplain compliance.
Proper permitting protects your home and your neighbors.
Building Department Contact:
Phone: (914) 777-7731
Website: https://www.villageofmamaroneckny.gov/building-department
Protect natural floodplain functions
Our wetlands and waterways help absorb stormwater and reduce flooding.
Residents can help by:
• Keeping storm drains clear
• Reporting broken silt fences or erosion issues
• Never dumping into storm drains
Additional Resources
FEMA Property Protection Brochures
https://www.fema.gov/flood-maps/know-your-risk/homeowners/protect-property-brochures
FEMA Homeowner Flood Guide (PDF)
https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-11/fema_protect-your-home_flooding.pdf