That's fine. I hold the opinion that disaster relief is a valid and worthwhile function of the Federal Gov't. But, I cannot say that I would be too upset if they ended that and all other welfare, as you put it. The amount I would save in taxes would more than compensate me for any additional risks.

Cole they have building codes but no official zoning.

Used to be green space and flood plain. Pave it make your money. When mother nature comes calling stuck out your hand for a bailout. 

Nothing rivals the city of New Orleans--build a city below sea level, surround it with a wall and dikes; then fill it with democrats--what could go wrong!

I wish the following insurance program worked to buy homes damaged in floods in highly flood prone areas. Force people to leave and buy in a logical location and return the area the natural habitat...or at least a permeable surface. Repaying people over and over to rebuild on flood plains is idiotic.