All Forum Posts by: Stephen Janes

Thanks @Mark Brown!

I did some additional research on Base Flood Elevation (BFE) and thought I would share. (DISCLAIMER: I am not an expert. This is just for reference)

This FEMA video talks about the BFE and how it is used:

This FEMA map lets you know the BFE in the area of the property. For example, (EL 11) means the area has a BFE Value of 11 feet above sea level: https://msc.fema.gov/portal/search?

This USGS (United State Geological Survey) lets you determine how many feet above sea level the land is: https://apps.nationalmap.gov/v...

This link helps you use the USGS map to determine the elevation of the land: https://reduceflooding.com/202...

In conclusion, I plan to look up the BFE and the land elevation to determine how high these houses in Galveston should be raised. This way I will avoid having to loose money evicting sharks from my property 😂.

Thanks again for your help!

I have been searching for a house hack & STR in Galveston Texas for a few months now. Most houses on the island are raised a few feet on piers to reduce the chance of flooding. However, some houses convert the area below the main house into living areas (picture attached) and some houses are even on slab foundations. I have seen properties for sale with streel level dwellings where the drywall is ripped out due to flooding. Because of this, I have made the assumption that I should avoid any property on the island that has a ground level dwelling, especially in a AE flood zone.

However, is this a good assumption? Please share your experience or advice on owning a property in an AE flood zone with ground level living areas.

Thanks,

-Stephen
 

Hi @Avery Carl,
I am looking for a realtor in Crystal beach as well. Could you please put me in contact with your agent there? By the way, I really enjoy your podcasts and videos! Thanks for your help and advice!