Good point. It is in a flood zone. It makes sense for zone A (outside of LIMWA and floodway) that an elevated pool is not an issue. The next step of this adventure is researching breakaway options for elevated pools in Zone VE with wave action...
I agree its being done everywhere. My opinion is that just because its being done doesn't mean it is compliant. My thought process causing my concern is that the volume of an elevated pool (above ground hanging from a deck) has the potential to displace flood water impacting the flood plain. I...
I do a lot of work in a coastal community with an ever growing desire for private swimming pools. Most of the community is either Flood Zone AE or VE. We typically design wood cradle framed pool structures. Ideally the pool is elevated above the required design flood elevation for both zones...
