San Mateo County Seismic Retrofit Grant
San Mateo County Housing and Community Development
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs San Mateo County Seismic Retrofit Grant in its Menlo Park, CA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Provides grants to strengthen homes built before 1980 against earthquake damage through foundation bolting and cripple wall bracing. Priority given to low- and moderate-income homeowners in unincorporated areas and participating cities including Menlo Park.
Grant covers typical seismic retrofit costs including foundation bolting and cripple wall bracing
The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Menlo Park, CA, 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
- Grant up to $20,000 for earthquake retrofits
- For homes built before 1980
- Includes foundation bolting and cripple wall bracing
- Income at or below 120% AMI
- Available in Menlo Park and unincorporated areas
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.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- 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: Applications accepted year-round
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for San Mateo County Seismic Retrofit Grant in Menlo Park, CA?
The Grant Map record states: Grant up to $20,000. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for San Mateo County Seismic Retrofit Grant in Menlo Park?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for San Mateo County Seismic Retrofit Grant in Menlo Park, CA?
Confirm the application route directly with San Mateo County Housing and Community Development; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (650) 802-3300. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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