Nearly 2,000 households that survived Hurricanes Laura and Delta in Louisiana are getting more time in FEMA-provided housing as they complete the final steps of their recovery.
The original end for the temporary housing program, now servicing about 1,946 households, was scheduled for Feb. 28. An extension may give occupants until Oct. 31 to complete their housing plan, The American Press reported.
As of part of the extension and in agreement with the state, beginning on March 1, occupants will be charged an income-related monthly rent, though it could be far below fair market rates for comparable properties.
FEMA officials urge occupants to complete or follow through on any requests for rent reduction by Feb. 28, the deadline to have their housing unit’s fair market rent estimate reduced.
FEMA’s housing program eligibility and continued occupancy is determined monthly for homeowners and on a bi-weekly basis for renters. To remain eligible, occupants must show they are making progress on their permanent housing plan.
At the peak of the program, there were 2,400 eligible households licensed in FEMA-provided mobile homes that were placed across 12 parishes. Close to 75% remain in their FEMA housing units.
Local, state and federal partners are stepping up efforts ahead of the new deadline to help eligible Laura and Delta survivors get into their repaired or new permanent homes.
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