Indiana § 14-28-4-29 - Purpose of chapter
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 14-28-4-29 — Purpose of chapter, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-28-4-29. Purpose of chapter
Sec. 29. (a) It is the purpose of this chapter to enable counties and municipalities that have not adopted effective land use ordinances under IC 36-7 to comply with the requirements of:
(1) the federal National Flood Insurance Act (42 U.S.C. 4001 through 4127);
(2) IC 14-28-1; and
(3) IC 14-28-3;
by permitting the establishment of a single-purpose zoning authority to adopt minimum standards and regulations for the management of identified flood hazard areas.
(b) Because zoning ordinances adopted under comprehensive planning legislation require extensive preparation time and because the national flood insurance program and the state statutes enacted under the program require identified counties and municipalities to regulate land use and improvements to the land in flood hazard areas before those zoning ordinances can be adequately prepared, this chapter authorizes counties and municipalities that do not have land use regulation ordinances in effect to form single-purpose flood plain commissions to administer certain local ordinances, including the following:
(1) A set of minimum standards and regulations to meet the requirements of state and federal flood hazard area programs.
(2) An improvement location permit system to ensure that every new location, land use, or structure in the jurisdiction conforms to flood hazard area regulations.
(3) A set of enforcement procedures suitable to ensure minimum compliance with the regulations.
[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22.6-25.]
As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.21.
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana § 14-28-4-29
What does Indiana Code § 14-28-4-29 cover?
Section 14-28-4-29 ("Purpose of chapter") is part of the Indiana Code, the codified statutory law of Indiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Indiana § 14-28-4-29?
A common citation format is "Indiana Code § 14-28-4-29" (Indiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Indiana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Indiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Indiana attorney.
How does Indiana § 14-28-4-29 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Indiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Indiana.