Texas General Land Office Disaster Recovery

Texas General Land Office Community Development

Available Disaster Relief

About This Program

Federal disaster recovery assistance for Texas homeowners affected by presidentially declared disasters. Funds home repair, reconstruction, and mitigation. Taylor County has been included in past tornado and severe storm declarations.

Grant amount based on damage assessment and unmet need after insurance

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

Key Details

  • Up to $75,000 for disaster-related repairs
  • For presidentially declared disasters
  • Covers unmet need after insurance
  • Includes repair, reconstruction, mitigation
  • Taylor County eligible for past storm events

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Merkel, TX 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 Merkel 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: Check for active disaster declarations

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