California Disaster Assistance – Home Repair

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)

Closed Disaster Relief

About This Program

Provides assistance to homeowners affected by declared disasters including wildfires, floods, and earthquakes. Funding varies by disaster and includes grants and low-interest loans for repair and replacement of damaged property. Only available when a disaster is declared.

Award amounts vary based on disaster type and level of damage

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-17.

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

Key Details

  • Assistance for homes damaged by declared disasters
  • Covers wildfires, floods, earthquakes, and other disasters
  • Includes grants and low-interest loans
  • Only available after state or federal disaster declaration
  • Contact Cal OES when disaster occurs

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(916) 845-8510

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Activated only after state or federal disaster declaration

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