Flooding Mitigation Toolbox

How it works

The Flooding Mitigation Toolbox is an educational and planning resource from the City of Virginia Beach. The city says it explains how different flood mitigation strategies work, what types of flooding they are designed to combat, the roles of different City departments, and a comparison guide so property owners can weigh the pros and cons of each option.

What the money covers

There is no money award, reimbursement, or discount described on the page. Instead, the page offers guidance on flood mitigation strategies and consultation support.

Strategies listed in the toolbox

The page groups 17 strategies into five categories:

• Green Strategies: Tree Planting, Rain Barrel, Living Shoreline, Bio-retention
• Keeping Water Away: Berm & Sump Pump, Temporary Barriers, Regrading
• Promoting Infiltration: French Drain, Dry Well, Permeable Pavers
• Living with Water: Structural Elevation, Wet Floodproofing, Equipment Elevation, Dry Floodproofing
• Diverting Water: Sluice Gate, Private Drainage System, Ditch Cutting & Cleaning

How to apply

If you are unsure what flood mitigation strategies are right for your property, the city directs you to the full Flooding Mitigation Toolbox. The Stormwater Extension program manager is available to answer questions and will visit your location for on-site consultations. The page says to fill out the flooding impact checklist to begin the process.

Timing and deadlines

No deadline, application window, or funding period is stated on the page.