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floodproofing , and with this comes impossibilities due to limitations with current dry floodproofing procedures . With the current design of the building ' s access openings , flood doors and impermeable panels cannot be installed as they are not large enough and impractical in application . Implementing rubber seals along the sliding doors is another option but again fails to meet the specifications of this situation due to size and practicality . The facility has already been constructed , with all necessary approvals , and resolving this potential violation , as identified by FEMA , by physical means would place an exceptional hardship on the applicant , requiring redesign and reconstruction of the large facility . The facility would be unusable while the modifications are constructed . Approval of the variance would be the minimum resolution necessary because of the current wet floodproofing , and avoid potential hardships imposed on the applicant if the variance is denied . The flood variance will not result in increased flood heights , additional threats to public safety , extraordinary public expense , create nuisances , cause fraud or victimization of the public , or conflict with existing local laws or ordinances . The boat storage facility is located in a wide , expansive floodplain with little or no flow velocity during possible flood events ; and no increase in flood heights resulting from the construction of the facility . It is anticipated the facility will generate little or no debris , and no hazardous materials are stored on site to contaminate floodwaters , creating no additional threat to public safety . Flooding in this area generally develops over days and weeks , allowing adequate warning time for employees and customers to self- evacuate prior to flooding via nearby Highway 4 , reducing the need for expensive rescues at the public ' s expense . The facility has been constructed following acceptable wet-floodproofing practices to minimize potential flood damages , which in turn reduces repair costs , insurance claims , and requests for disaster relief aid . The facility complies with all existing local codes and ordinances . The flood variance is the minimum necessary , considering the , flood hazard , to afford relief . This application seeks only to vary from the lowest floor elevation requirement of Development Title section 9 . 1605 . 12 ( a ) . The facility has been constructed following acceptable wet4loodproofing practices ; flood resistant materials have been used below the base flood elevation in accordance with 9 . 1605 . 11 ( a ) , the structure is vented in accordance with 9 - 1605 . 12 (d ) , and all utilities and service equipment have been elevated a minimum of one foot above the base flood elevation in accordance with 9 - 1605 . 11 ( c) .