NJ Blue Acres Flood Buyout Program
NJ Department of Environmental Protection
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs NJ Blue Acres Flood Buyout Program in its Fort Lee, NJ research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Voluntary buyout program for homes in flood-prone areas. State purchases property at pre-storm fair market value, demolishes structure, and preserves land as open space. Limited areas of Fort Lee near Hudson River may qualify.
Buyout at pre-storm fair market value plus incentives
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Fort Lee, NJ, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Voluntary buyout for flood-prone properties
- Payment at pre-storm fair market value
- Property becomes permanent open space
- Limited Fort Lee locations may qualify
- Contact DEP to check property eligibility
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Ongoing for eligible flood-prone properties
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for NJ Blue Acres Flood Buyout Program in Fort Lee?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for NJ Blue Acres Flood Buyout Program in Fort Lee, NJ?
Confirm the application route directly with NJ Department of Environmental Protection; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (609) 984-0500. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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