Free Hurricane Inspection and Home Improvement Grant Assistance for Homeowners in Florida

Receive a free home inspection to assess your home's strength against hurricanes, and apply for grant funding to help cover the suggested improvements.

When to apply:

As soon as possible, funding is limited.

You should apply if you

Own and live in a single-family home or townhouse located in Florida that is valued at less than $700,000.

Own a home that has a construction permit issued prior to January 1, 2008.

Qualify for the homestead exemption.

How to get started

1

Visit this website to learn more about the program.

2

Click here to create an account or login and apply for your free home inspection.

3

If approved, your home will be inspected to identify what elements of your home’s construction could be improved to protect against hurricanes and storm threats.

4

Once reviewed and processed, you will receive an email notification and be asked to submit your grant application.

Information you’ll need to provide

  • Documentation on when your home was built. If you do not know when your home was built, please contact your local permits office. This information is frequently available through the website or office of your Property Appraiser.
  • Proof of your homestead exemption status. If you need assistance obtaining a copy of your homestead exemption information, click here to visit the Miami-Dade Property Appraiser website. 
  • Documentation that your home is insured for less than $700,000 and a copy of your current property insurance declarations page. If you do not have a copy, contact your home insurance company.
  • Additional information will be required if you are processed and approved to apply for the matching grant funding.

Helpful tips

  • Owners must use a contractor who has been approved for the program.
  • This program will provide matching grants up to $10,000 to use towards roof/structural reinforcements and exterior door, garage door, or window upgrades. NOTE: Townhomes are not eligible for roof improvements. 
  • If selected for the program, you will receive $2 in grant funds for every $1 you provide. For example, if you were to pay $15,000 for new impact-rated windows, your required contribution would be $5,000, and the state’s contribution would be equal to the maximum grant amount of $10,000.
  • If you are a low-income applicant you can receive funds without having to make matching payments. Click here and select the size of your household to view income limits.
  • If you are awarded grant funds, your home will need to be re-inspected after construction work has been completed. The re-inspection is provided at no cost to you. 
  • Owners must pay the contractor in full before being reimbursed for the matching funds.

About this program

Provided by: Florida Department of Financial Services

If you have questions, you can speak with a program representative at:

Program Information: My Safe Florida Home Program

Additional Information: Homeowner’s Guide

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