New Jersey CDBG Disaster Recovery Program

NJ Department of Community Affairs

Closed Disaster Relief

About This Program

Disaster recovery assistance for homeowners impacted by federally-declared disasters. Provides funding for unmet needs not covered by insurance or FEMA. Past programs covered Hurricane Ida and other storms; new programs activated following federal disaster declarations.

Maximum grant for disaster-related repairs and reconstruction

Verified against NJ Department of Community Affairs's official page on 2026-06-17.

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

Key Details

  • Funding for disaster-related home repairs
  • Activated after federal disaster declarations
  • Covers unmet needs not paid by insurance or FEMA
  • Income at or below 80% area median preferred
  • Check website after major disasters for program activation

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(855) 337-1251

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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.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • 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: Program funding exhausted; check for future disaster allocations

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