Florida Disaster Recovery Program

Florida Division of Emergency Management / HUD CDBG-DR

Closed Disaster Relief

About This Program

Federal CDBG Disaster Recovery grants activated after major hurricanes and disasters. Provides repair, rehabilitation, and reconstruction assistance to homeowners with unmet recovery needs not covered by insurance or FEMA.

Grant amount based on unmet disaster recovery needs

Record set last reviewed 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Activated after presidentially-declared disasters
  • Covers unmet needs after insurance/FEMA
  • Repair, rehabilitation, or reconstruction
  • All income levels considered
  • Must show disaster-related damage

How to Apply

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Program phone: (850) 717-8400

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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: Activated following presidentially-declared disasters

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