Flood Plain Information
Floodplain Information
If you live within Northbrook Village Limits, the Engineering Department can tell you if your property is located within a designated special flood hazard area. To find out, just call our office at 272-5050 ext. 3251 or ext. 3257 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Mon-Fri.
Definitions for Flood Areas (cross-section reference)
National Flood Insurance Program (FEMA)
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
History of Flooding in Northbrook
Substantial Improvement Requirments
Northbrook Maintains Class 7 Status With National Flood Insurance Program
Community Rating System (CRS)
In 1995, the Village submitted its application in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Community Rating System (CRS). Participation in the CRS results in a specified percent (%) rate reduction in the flood insurance premiums that are paid by residents who carry flood insurance policies points by implementing certain floodplain development regulations, flood awareness projects and activities. Since June 1, 1994, the Village has been re-classified as a Class 7 community which resulted in a fifteen (15%) percent rate reduction for flood insurance policies issued, or renewed on or after this date. The numerous additional activities include mailing information and materials specifically targeted to floodplain properties, and creating this portion of our website.