Comment on Rockland appeals proposed FEMA flood maps, worries about impact on downtown development

Rockland appeals proposed FEMA flood maps, worries about impact on downtown development

ROCKLAND, Maine — The city filed an appeal Thursday of parts of the preliminary flood maps proposed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, claiming they greatly overstate the risk of flooding. The proposed maps significantly expand flood zones inland and affect numerous properties, including downtown businesses. The flood maps are …

 

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