Storm Shelters

Eligibility

• Awarded one time only
• New and existing homes are eligible
• Must be installed at primary residences and must be installed on property owned by the applicant; for applicants who own multiple homes, only the primary residence is eligible.
• Only one person may register per physical home address.
• For a mobile home, the applicant must own both the mobile home and the land.
• Only single-family residential homeowners are eligible for their primary residence; rental homes are not eligible.
• Apartment complexes, duplexes, and other multi-family residences are not eligible.
• Community or neighborhood storm shelters are not eligible.
• Previously installed storm shelters and storm shelters in the installment process are not eligible for this program.
• Must be 45 years old or older to receive the full grant amount of $3,500.
• Aged 18-44 who meet all other requirements will receive a grant in the amount of $1,750.
• To qualify for the $5,000 grant, applicants must have a documented ambulatory disability for an above ground shelter.
• The cost for extra amenities, such as handrails, extended steps or ladders, or any decorative design will be at the homeowner's expense.