2. CONSTRUCTION PHASE

Eligible Costs:


This section defines the eligible expenditures that qualify for reimbursement, including seismic retrofit construction costs paid to California license contractors (e.g., materials, labor), and costs of special inspections and structural observations

Ineligible Costs: 


Following expenditures do not qualify for reimbursement: 


  • Amounts paid to unlicensed contractors
  • Costs unrelated to the seismic retrofit
  • Projects that begin construction prior to FEMA approval
  • Permit fees
  • Construction related expenses paid in cash

Steps to Apply for Construction Grant


1. Select a Licensed Contractor

2. Apply for Construction Grant Within Specified Time Limit 

3. Receive final inspection approval.


Details for each step can be found in the Program Rules


The Applicant will be invited to move to Phase 2 Construction Grant process once the plan review process is completed and a building permit issued. 


Design Grant Snapshot
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