FEMA HOUSING REQUIRES PERIODIC RECERTIFICATION
[https://www.fema.gov/fact-sheet/fema-housing-requires-periodic-recertification]


Release Date: 
Apr 6, 2021 

Under FEMA’s Direct Housing Program, families are licensed into
temporary housing units (THUs) or non-motorized recreational vehicles
(RVs) on private or commercial sites according to their needs and site
availability. A Revocable License is signed before move-in listing the
conditions for occupancy,

 	* All occupants must agree to comply with FEMA’s rules, terms, and
conditions for occupying the units.

	* FEMA re-evaluates the occupant’s eligibility on a periodic basis
through recertification visits, usually monthly. 

 	* A recertification specialist will contact the applicant three
weeks to a month before the appointment to confirm the date. He or she
will have a badge visible and can assist in identifying and addressing
any problems. A state recertification advisor will accompany the FEMA
recertification specialist to all meetings and discussions with the
applicant.
 	* During the visit, the specialist will review the applicant’s
permanent housing plan and progress being made on home repairs.
 	* The official will ensure the dwelling is in good condition and
well maintained. This includes inspecting the interior and exterior of
the unit and testing smoke alarms.
 	* He or she will take a photo of the barcode, VIN, appliances and
every room. 

	* The Revocable License can be terminated for: 

 	* Excessive noise/disturbing the peace;
 	* Unleashed or unattended pets outside the unit;
 	* Damage beyond normal wear and tear;
 	* Failure to meet with FEMA staff, meeting continuing eligibility
requirements, and/or establishing a permanent housing plan; or
 	* Major violations that constitute criminal activity or other
actions which present an imminent threat to the health and safety to
occupants or persons in the surrounding area.  

 	* To remain eligible, occupants must demonstrate a continued
housing-assistance need, actively participate in the FEMA
recertification process, and show progress towards achieving their
permanent housing plan.

	* Survivors can show long-term housing plan progress if they: 

 	* Fulfill requests to communicate and regularly meet with FEMA case
workers.
 	* Show that repairs are being done to the pre-disaster home, or that
they will be purchasing a new residence or leasing an available rental
unit.
 	* Provide evidence of progress — such as invoices for repairs,
application(s) for additional funds (SBA, bank, etc.), a contract to
rebuild their home, or a lease for a new home.
 	* Show proper use of all FEMA assistance.
 	* Achieve their long-term housing plan goals within a reasonable
time.

For the latest information on Hurricane Laura, visit Louisiana
Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA) [https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4559]. For
the latest information on Hurricane Delta, visit Louisiana Hurricane
Delta (DR-4570-LA) [https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4570]. Follow the
FEMA Region 6 Twitter account at twitter.com/FEMARegion6
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