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1. How do I get my existing dirt road maintained by the County? And possibly chip-sealed or paved?

The County does not take on the maintenance of any new dirt roads. However, the resident can put in a request for a “new construction” project, if it meets certain evaluation requirements to have the road chip-sealed then we would take on future maintenance. All new project requests have to be evaluated via the Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC) process. 

2. Where can I find information about up and coming Transportation Projects?

See the Public Works map.

3. I have a suggestion for a future roadway paving or improvement project. Does the county have a transportation program that will consider public requests?

Your suggestions for future transportation projects can be submitted by completing a Transportation Project Request Form that is located on Pinal County’s website: Transportation Project Request Form.

Once submitted, your request is forwarded to a Public Works area engineer to determine eligibility for the Transportation Improvement and Maintenance Program. The Transportation Improvement and Maintenance Program is Pinal County’s five-year transportation plan that identifies funding and establishes a schedule for planning, construction, and major maintenance projects. To view a copy of the current transportation program, please visit: 2014 Transportation Improvement & Maintenance Program.

4. Help! My road is closed or is under construction: where can I find more information?

Public Works' main page under either “Road Closures” or “News” provides local information updated weekly (if not sooner).

5. I represent a Utility Company or am a resident who would like to do work in Pinal County Right-of-Way – how do I apply for a permit to do work?

Any construction to be done on Pinal County Public Roads (to include all right of way) requires a licensed contractor to have an approved right-of-way permit on the job site.

Permit process including applications located here under the “Documents” tab then “Permits to Use Right-of-Way”.

6. There’s a traffic sign that is down or missing (i.e. street name, stop sign, speed limit) or a traffic signal that is not working. Who should I call?

If you notice a sign down or missing or a traffic signal that is not Operating correctly please contact Public Works Maintenance and they will take the information place a work order to have it fixed. If you are calling after hours then you may contact the Sheriff’s office (non- emergency) and they will pass along the information.

7. How do I get a street name sign placed on my road?

If your roadway has existing county right-of-way then your phone call or an email is all that is needed to get the process started. If your roadway is a private road then certain criteria must be met and a fee must be paid to have a street name sign installed.

8. Who do I talk to about the speed limit on my road?

If you have a question about the posted speed limit on a roadway then contact Public Works and the Traffic Section will answer your questions.

9. I want to request the placement of a new Traffic Signal?

If you are requesting the installation of a new Traffic Signal then please contact Public Works and the Traffic Section will review your request.

10. Do I need a permit to move an oversized load or a mobile home?

All oversized loads to include moving of a mobile home will require an oversized load permit from Public works prior to moving through Pinal County. If oversized load is coming through Pinal County but will also be using state highways, a permit will be required from the state prior to applying for Pinal County oversize load permit.

11. How do I obtain a copy of drawings for a subdivision?

Any requests for as-builts will require a public records request to be filled out first. Pinal County does not keep as-builts for sewer and water drawings. Sewer and water are privately owned. Customer will need to contact private utility company.

12. How do I find my home’s elevation certificate?

An elevation certificate (FEMA Form 81-31) is an important administrative tool that is used to document elevation information necessary to ensure compliancy with community floodplain management regulations. This form was created by the NFIP to determine the proper flood insurance premium rate to be charged for buildings in the floodplain. The County does not have certificates for every home in the County, especially if the area has been newly mapped. If we do have a certificate on file for a home, we can provide a copy using a standard Public Records Request form.

13. How do I find out my Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) flood zone?

With today's technology, there are many easy ways that the public can view the floodplain information for themselves. The following are four methods for viewing the floodplain maps. Alternatively, if you are having trouble locating a specific property, you can easily submit a request for flood zone information by filling out a Flood Information Request online. The Flood Control District will respond to your request for information by providing you will a flood zone determination.

Please note: The cities of Apache Junction, Casa Grande and the Town of Kearny conduct their own flood hazard determinations. If your property lies within the incorporated boundaries of one these cities, please contact their office for the most accurate information.

Where to Find/View the Flood Insurance Rate Maps

Method 1: FEMA's Actual (Official) Flood Insurance Rate Maps

1. Go to the FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
2. Enter an address in the top left portion of the screen. Sometimes this tool does not work, but if it does, it will bring up the map that contains that address.
3. Select the world symbol under the "view" heading to bring up a copy of the map.
4. Zoom in and scroll until you find the property you are looking for.
5. Keep in mind that sometimes there are map revisions that aren't shown on these maps.

Method 2: FEMA's Online Map Viewer

1. Go to the FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
2. Select "Map Viewer - Web" located in the center of the page under the "What are you looking for?" section.
3. Use the address locator and other tools to navigate to the location you are interested.
4. Use the checkboxes on the legend to turn on and off the available data. The flood zones are listed under the "National Flood Hazard Layer."
5. Keep in mind that sometimes there are map revisions that aren't shown on these maps.

Method 3: Google Earth

1. You must have Google Earth Installed on your Computer.
2. Go to the FEMA Mapping Information Platform.
3. Select the link for "Stay Dry v2.0.kmz" to open the flood zone information in Google Earth.
4. Navigate to the property you are interested in looking at on Google Earth.
5. Turn on the floodplain data under the "temporary places" pane
6. Keep in mind that sometimes there are map revisions that aren't shown on these maps.

Method 4: Pinal County Map Viewer

1. Go to the GIS page
2. Select the link next to "Interactive Map Viewers"
3. Select "Interactive Zoning GIS Maps"
4. Agree to the disclaimer
5. Use the tools to navigate to the property you are interested in
6. You can also search for an address or parcel number by selecting the "Search" menu located on the left side of the map
7. Once you are at the property, you can turn on the flood zone information by going over to the "Layer" menu and navigating through the "Surface and Hydrology" layers.
8. Keep in mind that sometimes there are map revisions that aren't shown on these maps.

14. How do I Apply for a floodplain use permit?

Permitting in a floodplain is a relatively painless experience if you are prepared with a properly filled-out building application, an accurately scaled site plan showing your building location and any washes on your property, and a grading and drainage plan if you are planning to excavate or fill any large quantities of ground around the home. A Floodplain Use Permit is also required to document building in a floodplain and contains any specific requirements for floodplain construction. 

Once you have received a floodplain determination, two items must be identified at the onset of the permit submittal. First, in which floodplain is your home or structure located and secondly, are you building a conventional building or a manufactured home? The state of Arizona adds one foot to the BFE to determine an RFE (Regulatory Flood Elevation). This elevation information is written on an elevation certificate based on construction drawings. If the home is located in an AO or AE zone, the BFE is noted on the FIRM and this number may be used as the requirement for the elevation of either the lowest floor if the building is a conventional structure, or the bottom of the frame of a manufactured home. This information is stamped on the site plan, any construction plans submitted, and passed through the system just as a normal permit would be. Prior to the final inspection of the home, a "finished construction" elevation certificate will be required and completed by a registered land surveyor or engineer verifying that the home was indeed elevated in accordance with the floodplain elevation requirements.

An applicant may receive a clarification from the Pinal County Flood Control District of its interpretation or application of a statute, ordinance, regulation, executive order, delegation agreement or authorized substantive policy statement as provided in A.R.S. Section 48-3649.

To apply for a Floodplain Use Permit, please download and complete the following application:

• Floodplain Use Permit Application (Fillable Form)
• Floodplain Use Permit Time Frames
• Flood Control District Fee Schedule

15. How do I install a Manufactured Home in a Floodplain?

Installing a new or replacement manufactured home within a floodplain requires many steps to complete successfully. In addition to obtaining a floodplain use permit and manufactured home permit from Pinal County, property owners must also obtain a permit from the Arizona Office of Manufactured Housing. Here are the typical steps that must be taken to properly permit and install your new home:

1. Email the Pinal County Flood Control District or call 520-866-6411 to see if a base flood elevation or depth has been determined for your property.
2. Hire an engineer to develop a foundation plan for the home that complies with the Pinal County Floodplain Ordinance, the elevation requirements, and all applicable Manufactured Home Regulations. The engineer needs to also complete a pre-construction elevation certificate. Alternatively, you can have a surveyor complete the elevation certificate that goes along with the plans. A temporary benchmark should be placed on the property to ensure that the foundation is built up high enough and/or so the installer knows how high the home needs to be.
3. Apply for a Floodplain Use Permit with Pinal County and submit your plans and elevation certificate for review.
4. If the plans and elevation are acceptable you will received an acceptance letter from the Flood Control District. You will then need to apply for a manufactured home permit with the state of Arizona. 
5. If the state of Arizona approves your plans you will need to bring three approved copies of back to Pinal County and your Floodplain Use Permit will be issued.
6. Install the home following the plans and receive the required inspections by Pinal County Staff
7. Call the surveyor back out to the property to complete a final construction elevation certificate. Submit a copy of the elevation certificate to Pinal County for Review.
8. Once the elevation certificate is approved you will get your electrical clearance or certificate for occupancy.