Housing repair and replacement program for eligible homes with remaining damage from Hurricane Ian

The Hurricane Ian Rebuild Florida Housing Repair and Replacement Program is a state program launched with federal funding to repair, rebuild, or replace eligible homes with remaining damage from Hurricane Ian.

Rebuild Florida is Florida’s long-term disaster recovery effort, committed to rebuilding impacted communities stronger so they are more resilient to future storms. The program prioritizes low-to-moderate income families with seniors over 62, children, and/or disabled household members impacted by Hurricane Ian. 

This program is a partnership of FloridaCommerce and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). 

How to apply

Apply online or at Hillsborough County’s Rebuild Florida Service Center, open until May 31, 2024, Monday through Saturday from 8 AM to 5 PM, at:  
2901 West Busch Blvd., Suite 701 
Tampa, FL 33618 

Required documents

Documents required to apply for the Hurricane Ian Rebuild Florida Housing Repair and Replacement Program:  

  • Valid photo I.D. and proof of citizenship or lawful permanent resident status for applicant 
  • Income documentation for all adult household members (18+) 
  • Proof of all insurance covering the damaged property, including homeowner’s insurance policy number and flood insurance policy number 
  • Proof of ownership 
  • Proof of primary residence 
  • Applicant’s Power of Attorney documentation (if applicable) 
  • Households with children under the age of 18 must submit birth certificate, U.S. passport, or state-issued I.D. for at least one child 
  • If a household member is disabled, provide one of the following:  
    • Social Security disability statement 
    • Letter from medical doctor stating applicant qualifies as disabled 
    • Verification of disability form 
    • Disability exemption on homesteaded property 
  • Proof of damage and benefit information: (provide all that apply) 
    • Insurance claim information 
    • FEMA award letter 
    • SBA award letter 
    • Certification of damage 
  • Certifications and authorizations 
    • Consent and release of personal information form 
    • Fraud acknowledgement regarding false or misleading statements certification 
    • Right of entry (ROE) permit form 

 For more information, visit Ian.RebuildFlorida.gov or call 1-800-915-6803.  

Additional resources 

Last Modified: 4/22/2024, 7:11:14 PM

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