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Beginning today at 9 a.m., more financial aid will be available for Tampa homeowners affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton.

The City of Tampa, with the support of the Tampa City Council, will distribute $2 million to primary homesteaded and income eligible residents for repairs. The program, Homeowner Hurricane Assistance (HHA), will prioritize homeowners in the hardest hit zip-codes, including Forest Hills, Palmetto Beach and South of Gandy/Port Tampa.

"Even a year after the storm, our commitment to supporting homeowners remains unwavering," said Mayor Jane Castor. "We understand their challenges and continue to explore innovative ways to strengthen the resilience of our housing stock."

To qualify, residents must be homeowners within the City of Tampa's city limits and earn up to 140 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI) + 10% flexibility, (approximately $160,000 for a family of four). The maximum award per household is $30,000. Please note that homeowners who received assistance from the City of Tampa's Homeowners Disaster Assistance Program (HDAP) earlier this year are not eligible for HHA.

"These funds aim to achieve two purposes: to assist homeowners who remain unable to repair their homes one year after the storms, and to reimburse those who completed repairs but exceeded the income thresholds for the Homeowner Disaster Assistance Program," said Development and Economic Opportunity Administrator Abbye Feeley.

Directed by the partnership of City Council and Mayor Castor, the $2 million comes from the city's General Fund, with the intention of supporting long-term housing recovery and resilience.

"I'm thrilled to see this new funding come through for our north Tampa neighbors and others in the hardest hit areas who have been working tirelessly to rebuild after Hurricanes Helene and Milton," said Councilman Luis Viera. "These are the hardworking men and women who make Tampa the great city that it is. They're our teachers, our first responders, our small business owners -- the backbone of our economy and our community. This aid is about more than just rebuilding homes; it's about keeping families in the neighborhoods they love."

Homeowners can receive reimbursement for hurricane-related repairs and/or funding up front to make recovery repairs for work such as:

• Roof Repair/Replacement
• HVAC Systems
• Drywall and Flooring
• Cabinetry and Interior Restoration
• Tree Removal for Hurricane-related Damage

The type of documentation applicants need include documentation of income and a government-issued photo identification for all adult members of their household. Further documentation needed can by found on the HHA Program website, tampa.gov/hha.

Starting today, November 17th, applications will be accepted every Monday through Wednesday, from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M., until December 12th. Homeowners may apply online or by calling the Housing Information Line Monday through Friday from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. at (813) 307-5555. For more information, click here.