Since the federal disaster declaration for Hurricane Ian, Charlotte County residents have received more than $110.9 million in federal funds as of Oct. 31, 2022:
- $57.1 million in FEMA grants to homeowners and renters.
- $53.8 million in U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest disaster loans approved for homeowners, renters, and businesses.
Individual Assistance in Charlotte County
23,952 homeowners and renters have been approved for $57,169,887 in federal grants through FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program. This includes:
- $35,774,215 in Housing Assistance grants for home repair, home replacement, and/or rental assistance.
- $21,395,672 in Other Needs Assistance grants to replace essential household items and for other critical disaster-related expenses.
- 2,396 homeowners and renters have been approved for rental assistance.
- 13,575 home inspections issued; 13,291 completed.
- Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) visited 7,238 households in Charlotte County.
U.S. Small Business Administration
SBA has approved $53,851,520 in low-interest disaster loans to 799 applicants in Charlotte County.
Public Assistance
Charlotte County was approved for assistance for debris removal, emergency protective measures and permanent work.