NEW! USDA Home Repair Program Eligibility for January Storms

The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Rural Disaster Home Repair Grant program is available to parts of SLO County affected by the January 2023 storms.  This time sensitive opportunity can fund home repairs for impacts in rural areas. Eligible homeowners can receive up to $40,675. 

You can use the Property Eligibility Map to see if your address is eligible. Click “Accept” below the Property Eligibility Disclaimer to proceed.  

To be eligible, applicants must not exceed low-income limits relative to county and family size. See the USDA Direct Limit Map for relevant low income limits, click on California on the map at the top and then find your county and family size. 

Get more information on the Rural Disaster Home Repair Grant Program.

SLO County Receives FEMA Major Disaster Declaration for January

San Luis Obispo County was added to the FEMA major disaster declaration (FEMA-4683-DR) for the January 2023 storms.  The application period for financial assistance has no closed.  See below for details . 

Presidential Declaration Fact Sheet

Declaration of Major Disaster for California

What to Expect When You Apply for FEMA Assistance

Disaster 4683 Information

 

Please Note: Only damages associated with the the January storms is eligible for FEMA assistance.  FEMA has not approved assistance for the March storms. 

Homeowner and Renter Assistance 

The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance has ended.  

Business Owner Assistance

The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance has ended. 

More Information from CalOES

State of California Disaster Recovery Assistance and Services - English

State of California Disaster Recovery Assistance and Services - Spanish 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

 How do I apply for FEMA assistance as a homeowner?
Homeowners who incurred financial losses due to storm damage from the January storms needed to apply for assistance online at www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-3362 by March 16.  If your application is already in process, use the website or number for more information.
 How do I apply for FEMA assistance as a renter?
Renters who incurred financial losses due to storm damage from the January storms needed to apply for assistance online at www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-3362 by March 16.  If your application is already in process, use the website or number for more information.
 How do I apply for FEMA assistance as a business owner?
Business owners who incurred financial losses due to storm damage from the January storms needed to apply for assistance online at www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-3362 by March 16.  If your application is already in process, use the website or number for more information.
 Is there help available for the agricultural community?
The USDA assists the agricultural community.  Learn more here: https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/disaster-assistance-program/index
Am I eligible for FEMA assistance if I have insurance? 

FEMA disaster assistance is not a substitute for insurance. FEMA assistance provides only for basic needs to make the home safe, accessible and functional. FEMA does not provide replacement-value awards for damaged items or assistance with non-essential items.

Homeowners and renters are required to submit copies of insurance settlements because FEMA, by law, cannot pay for expenses already covered by insurance or other sources such as crowdfunding or financial assistance from voluntary agencies.
 Is there an application deadline? 

The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance was Thursday, March 16, 2023.