Florida Homeowner Flood Mitigation Program

Florida Division of Emergency Management

Waitlist Disaster Relief

About This Program

State grant program to help homeowners elevate, retrofit, or otherwise mitigate flood risk to existing single-family homes. Requires 50% homeowner match. Priority given to repetitive-loss properties and low/moderate income households.

State matches 50% of mitigation costs up to $30,000; homeowner pays remaining 50%

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Matching grant up to $30,000 for flood mitigation
  • Requires 50% homeowner contribution
  • Covers elevation, wet/dry floodproofing, relocation
  • Priority for repetitive-loss and low/mod income
  • Currently waitlisted; check for reopening

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Lake Wales, FL can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Lake Wales early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Deadline: Applications paused; check for reopening

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