California Earthquake Authority Brace + Bolt Program
California Earthquake Authority
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs California Earthquake Authority Brace + Bolt Program in its Saratoga, CA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Offers grants to strengthen older houses built with raised foundations, making them more resistant to earthquake damage. The retrofit typically involves bolting the house to its foundation and adding bracing to crawl space walls.
Grant of up to $3,000 toward seismic retrofit costs
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 Saratoga, 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
- Up to $3,000 grant for seismic retrofit
- For houses built before 1980 with raised foundations
- Must use registered contractor from program list
- Reduces earthquake damage risk
- Enrollment periods open annually by zip code
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: Check for annual enrollment periods
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for California Earthquake Authority Brace + Bolt Program in Saratoga, CA?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $3,000 for seismic retrofit. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for California Earthquake Authority Brace + Bolt Program in Saratoga?
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 California Earthquake Authority Brace + Bolt Program in Saratoga, CA?
Confirm the application route directly with California Earthquake Authority; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (877) 232-4300. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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