Michigan Severe Storms and Flooding

DR-4326-MI
Michigan

Incident Period: Jun 22, 2017 - Jun 27, 2017

Declaration Date: Aug 2, 2017

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Register with FEMA for disaster assistance by the deadline of October 2, 2017.
Register online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or call 1-800-621-3362 (FEMA).
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Applying for Assistance

Ways to Register:Apply for FEMA Aid. Have this information ready when you apply: • Social Security number • Address of the damaged home or apartment • Description of the damage • Information about insurance coverage • Telephone number • Mailing address • Bank account & routing numbers for direct deposit of funds Web: www.disasterassistance.gov Phone: 800-621-3362 (711/Video Relay Service) TTY: 800-462-7585. FEMA seal

  • Online: www.DisasterAssistance.gov 
  • In Person: Visit a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). Download the FEMA App to find the nearest location.
  • Phone: If you are unable to access the internet, you can also call 1-800-621-3362 (711/Video Relay Service), TTY 1-800-462-7585.

Information You Will Need:

  • Social Security number
  • Address of the damaged home or apartment
  • Description of the damage
  • Information about insurance coverage
  • A current contact telephone number
  • An address where you can receive mail
  • Bank account and routing numbers for direct deposit of funds

What to Expect After You Apply

Once homeowners register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, a FEMA housing inspector will call to schedule an inspection for those living in designated counties. Here’s what survivors need to know about the inspection process:

 What to expect after you apply for FEMA aid. You may receive an application to apply for a low-interest long-term SBA loan. Completing the SBA loan application is an important step in finding out what aid may be available to you. As a homeowner you may borrow up to $200,000 to repair/replace your primary residence, and up to $40,000 to repair/replace personal property. You are not required to accept the loan in order to receive FEMA assistance, but it may enable you to be considered for additional types of assistance. An inspector will contact you to schedule a visit. Be ready to keep your scheduled appointment. Appointments take 30-40 minutes and you must be present. Contact your insurance agent if you have insurance. Prove your identity. Show these documents:-Photo ID: driver’s license or passport.-Proof of occupancy: lease or utility bill.-Proof of ownership: deed, title, mortgage payment book, or tax receipts.(*This is not an exhaustive list.) During the Inspector’s VisitInspectors will…-wear official FEMA ID badges.-confirm your disaster registration number.-review structural and personal property damages.-ask you to sign official documentation.-verify ownership and occupancy. Inspectors won’t….-determine eligibility.-cost any money.-ask for credit card information.-take the place of an insurance inspection. After the Inspector’s visit….You will be sent a decision letter. If approved for aid:-You will receive a check or an electronic funds transfer.-A follow-up letter will explain how the money can be used. If you have questions regarding the letter, you can visit a Disaster Recovery Center in your area (fema.gov/drc) or call us at 800-621-3362 (711/Video Relay Service). For TTY, call 800-462-7585.

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Everyone should know:

  • The FEMA inspector will show a photo ID badge.
  • If you are not shown photo identification, then do not allow the inspection.
  • If you suspect someone is posing as a FEMA inspector, call your local law enforcement agency.
  • You may receive visits from more than one inspector. Other inspectors may represent federal, state, parish and local government agencies, the U.S. Small Business Administration, the National Flood Insurance Program and/or insurance companies.       
  • Representatives of volunteer agencies may contact you to offer their services.

Before the FEMA inspection, it’s important that you know:

  • An adult 18 or older who lived in the residence before the disaster must be present for the inspection.
  • That person must have the following documents:
    • Photo identification;
    • Proof of ownership and occupancy of the damaged residence such as: property tax bill; mortgage payment bill or receipt, or utility service bill;
    • Homeowner and vehicle insurance documents;
    • List of persons living in residence at time of disaster that you compiled; and
    • List of disaster damage to the home and its contents that you compiled.

How to Appeal a FEMA Decision

Applicants have a right to appeal any FEMA decision.

Some survivors who registered for federal disaster assistance may have received a letter from the Federal Emergency Management Agency that says they are ineligible. The reason for the decision may be something that can be easily fixed, such as providing insurance documents or new contact information.

What to do if you disagree with FEMA’s decision letter1. Read the letter carefully to find out why the decision was made.Do you need to provide additional information?• Insurance determination letter.• Proof of occupancy or ownership.• Proof of ID.• Applicant’s signature.Common reasons for the initial decision:• The damage was to a secondary home or a rental property, not a primary residence.• Someone else in the household applied and received assistance.• Disaster-related losses could not be verified.• Insurance covered all losses.2. Contact FEMA for help with filing an appeal or any questions.Call800-621-3362 (711 or Video Relay Service available)800-462-7585 (TTY)VisitA Disaster Recovery Center3. File a written appeal.Explain why you think the decision was not correct.• Provide supporting information and documents.• Include your FEMA registration number on all documents.• Sign the letter.Mail or fax your appeal within 60 days of the decision letter date, or drop it off at a Disaster Recovery Center.

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When survivors apply for individual disaster assistance through FEMA, their needs are assessed based on a number of factors, including eligibility requirements laid out under federal law.  Sometimes people do not qualify for financial help right away. Some of the reasons for an initial turn down can be:

  • You might not have gotten your insurance settlement;
  • You may not have given FEMA all the information we need;
  • You haven’t given us proof of ownership or residence;
  • You may not have returned the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loan application;
  • You may not have provided records that showed the damaged property was the primary residence at the time of the disaster;
  • You may not have signed essential documents.

Read your letter carefully. FEMA may only need you to provide additional information. Your appeal should include new or missing information, documents and damage repair estimates that support the appeal request. If it isn’t clear, or more information is needed, a specialist at the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 (voice, 711, video relay service) can help. TTY users can call 800-462-7585. The toll-free lines are open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week.

Appeals must be made in writing and sent by mail or fax to FEMA within 60 days of receiving the letter. It is important to date the appeal letter and mail it to the following address:

FEMA National Processing Service Center
P. O. Box 10055
Hyattsville, MD 20782-7055
 

Appeals may also be faxed to: 1-800-827-8112, Attention: FEMA. You can also call the helpline at 800-621-FEMA (3362) or TTY 800-462-7585 or visit a Disaster Recovery Center, where you can talk with someone about your particular case.

Everyone should read their letters carefully, ask questions, ask for help, and tell us if you think we got it wrong. We are here to serve you – the disaster survivor – and it is your right to ask us to reconsider our decision.

Types of Assistance

Individual Assistance

If you have questions about types of assistance available to you, the best way to get answers is to contact a FEMA representative who can walk you through your options. Call 800-621-3362 (711 or Video Relay Service). If you use TTY, call 800-462-7585. You can also visit a Disaster Recovery Center to speak with a representative in person.

 

Funding Obligations

Individual Assistance Amount
Total Housing Assistance (HA) - Dollars Approved $4,668,384.17
Total Other Needs Assistance (ONA) - Dollars Approved $548,824.59
Total Individual & Households Program Dollars Approved $5,217,208.76
Individual Assistance Applications Approved 1579

Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) List

Disaster Recovery Centers provide disaster survivors with information from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration. Disaster survivors can get help applying for federal assistance, learn about the types of assistance available, learn about the appeals process and get updates on applications.

Kemeny Recreation Center

Address

2260 S Fort St
Detroit, Michigan 48217
Wayne
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DRC Hours

Monday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday:Closed

Gibraltar City Hall

Address

29450 Munro Avenue
Gibraltar, Michigan 48173
Wayne
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DRC Hours

Monday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday:Closed

Boston Township Hall

Address

30 Center St
Saranac, Michigan 48881
Ionia
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DRC Hours

Monday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday:Closed

South Lyon City Hall

Address

335 S Warren St
South Lyon, Michigan 48178
Oakland
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DRC Hours

Monday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday:Closed

Wayne County Community College

Address

21000 Northline Rd
Taylor, Michigan 48180
Wayne
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DRC Hours

Monday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday:Closed

Chesterfield Twp Fire Station

Address

33991 23 Mile Rd
Chesterfield, Michigan 48047
Macomb
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DRC Hours

Monday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday:Closed
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