Resources for homeowners who need repairs due to damage from Hurricane Helene
A. Hillsborough County Disaster Declaration Permitting
Due to the impact of Hurricane Helene, some residential and commercial structures may be in need of minor repairs.
Florida Statute 553.7922 allows for communities to follow special processing procedures to expedite permitting for these repairs.
Structures that may require major repairs will need to be further evaluated before permits may be issued. View Hillsborough County Disaster Declaration Permitting Special Processing Procedures to learn more.
Questions regarding emergency permitting? Call (833) HC-STORM, or (833) 427-8676.
B. Owner Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) Program
Applications for income eligible homeowners who have experienced roof damages resulting from Hurricane Helene and require any of the following:
- Roof repair or replacements
- Safety repairs of all structural items
- Replacement of major systems such as HVAC, plumbing and electrical.
- For further details and eligibility requirements, please call (813) 635-1610.
Read more about the OOR Program
C. Additional Resource
View Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Disaster Recovery Reform Action Section 1206 to learn more about building code and floodplain management administration and enforcement activities eligible for reimbursement through the FEMA's Public Assistance (PA) program.