LeeCares applicaation deadline March 31 for hurricanes Helene and Milton

The deadline for LeeCares applications is approaching for homeowners whose properties were damaged by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

According to a press release, income-eligible residents in Lee County have until March 31 to apply for assistance to repair, replace or reconstruct their homes.

Funding for the LeeCares housing program comes from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery allocation. This funding addresses disaster recovery needs for residents affected by the 2024 hurricanes.

Applications submitted by the deadline will be evaluated for eligibility and potential awards. The application portal for damage related to Hurricane Ian closed in December.

The Lee Board of County Commissioners has also started a 30-day public comment period for proposed amendments to the Hurricane Ian and Hurricanes Helene and Milton Lee County CDBG-DR Action Plans. These amendments involve changes to program policies and funding allocations as project planning progresses.

One significant amendment includes a $2.4 million increase for the Sanibel Captiva Road and Captiva Drive Resiliency project. This funding will support repairs to the Blind Pass Bridge, a crucial access route for approximately 194 households on Captiva Island.

For more information on LeeCares and to access the application portal, visit LeeCares.com.