Building Departments in Galax, Virginia ensure the construction of safe buildings by creating and enforcing building codes. As part of this process, Galax Building Departments use flood maps to establish standards for building construction and resistance to natural disasters. Many maintain and evaluate flood maps, which include information on Galax flood zones, flood hazards, topography, soil composition, and flood drainage patterns. These maps may also include information on building codes and regulations related to flooding. These flood maps may be available online through the Building Department.
Galax City Building Department Galax VA 111 E Grayson St 24333 276-236-7297