Homeowners Can File For Hurricane Grants

The state is accepting applications for homeowners to fortify their houses against hurricanes with the help of a grant up to $5,000. Homeowners must call a toll-free number or apply online to receive a free inspection that will recommend needed improvements.

Once the inspection is finished, homeowners can apply for the grant money.

The program will cover up to $10,000 in improvements, with the state paying for up to $5,000 of the work. Homeowners will be responsible for the other $5,000.

To qualify, homeowners must provide proof of homestead exemption and that the home’s insured value is less than $500,000.

However, the state has only 130 inspectors certified to visit homes, and it might take several weeks before more are trained, certified and screened with criminal background checks and drug tests.

The inspection report is necessary to apply for the state grant that will cover work such as reinforcing roof decking, adding shutters, applying a water seal to seams in plywood roof decking and installing stronger garage doors.

The report also will include anticipated insurance savings if the work is done.

Once the report is finished, homeowners can apply for the grant money and pick from a list of state-approved contractors to make the repairs.

To apply, call 1-800-342-2762 or go to www.mysafefloridahome.com to fill out an application.

The program is fueled by $250 million the Legislature appropriated last session.

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Written by Marc Vitorillo  

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