Pinellas County FL: $813 Million Available for Hurricane Recovery

Pinellas County homeowners and renters can now apply for millions of dollars in hurricane recovery help.

The county received $813,783,000 — the largest federal storm recovery grant ever awarded to a local government in Florida. The money helps people affected by Hurricanes Helene, Milton, and Idalia.

Applications are open NOW at recover.pinellas.gov.

Five programs to choose from:

1. Homeowner Rehabilitation/Reconstruction

Get funding to repair, rebuild, or replace your hurricane-damaged home. This covers both traditional homes and mobile homes. You must have lived in the home during the hurricane(s) and meet income requirements.

2. Homeowner Reimbursement

Already fixed your home? Get reimbursed for code-compliant repairs you've already completed. Income requirements apply.

3. Local Landlord Program

Landlords can get money to repair or rebuild rental properties (up to 5 units total). In exchange, you must rent to income-qualified tenants for 5 years at an affordable rate.

4. Homebuyer Assistance

Need help buying a safe home outside flood zones? This program can cover down payment, closing costs, or even reduce your mortgage rate. Income requirements apply.

5. Disaster Relief Reimbursement

Get reimbursed for up to 6 months of documented disaster-related expenses like rent, mortgage payments, or utilities.

Who qualifies?

Most programs serve families making up to 120% of Area Median Income:

• 1 person: up to $87,600/year
• 2 people: up to $100,080/year
• 3 people: up to $112,680/year
• 4 people: up to $125,160/year

The Disaster Relief Reimbursement program serves families at 80% AMI:

• 1 person: up to $58,450/year
• 2 people: up to $66,800/year
• 3 people: up to $75,150/year
• 4 people: up to $83,450/year

How to apply:

Visit recover.pinellas.gov and fill out the online application. You can also get help in person:

• 2600 McCormick Drive, Suite 100, Clearwater
• 5000 Park Street, Suite 4, St. Petersburg

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Call 727-606-3307 to speak with a case worker or text RECOVER to 888777 for updates.

Important: This help is for residents of Pinellas County excluding the City of St. Petersburg (St. Pete has separate programs at stpete.org). Assistance only applies to your primary residence.

This is the help Florida families need to rebuild after devastating hurricanes. If you were affected, apply now — there's a program designed to help you.