Suffolk Reporter

Following the recent storm that devastated many in the region, local, county, and state officials are collaborating to provide necessary assistance to residents and businesses. Updates will be posted on this site to inform everyone about available aid.

New York State has initiated an emergency repair program for homeowners affected by the torrential rains on Sunday, August 18th. Under the Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) program, homeowners may qualify for grants up to $50,000 for health and safety-related repairs not covered by insurance or other disaster relief programs. Eligibility requires that applicants occupy the home as their primary residence and have a total household income not exceeding 150 percent of the area median income.

Homeowners are encouraged to complete this form to be notified when applications open: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=6rhs9AB5EE2M64Dowcge50PCUkzUgH1PsaPvJo38hUBUNDRSU1JIMDg1RFZITjNLMFM0MEJFQlZDSi4u&fbclid=IwY2xjawE8ROlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRQAVbfdtNQALM3yWRl11w3p40mjHlUUDURSSQhw8MeQWxh9LSOG8pWyzg_aem_7ANYFW6Klh4k7xSJmH6tvA

Suffolk County has also provided a self-damage assessment tool available at: https://suffolkcountyny.gov/Elected-Officials/County-Executive/August-18-19-Storm. The form can be accessed here: https://arcg.is/0ybK4H0

Efforts will continue with all elected officials in local, county, and state governments to ensure that residents and businesses receive the aid needed to recover and rebuild better than before.

"We must make sure that everyone who has been impacted is helped and is able to recover."