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FAQ Topic: FEMA Housing FAQs

Are any items or substances prohibited in and around my MHU?

Any items or substances related to illegal or criminal activity are prohibited in and around your MHU. Additionally, you cannot store or use grills, fire pits, fireworks, propane tanks or other combustible substances inside or outside of your MHU. Despite cannabis laws in the various states, cannabis is illegal under federal law. The federal government … Continued

How will FEMA address applicants who commit criminal activities (e.g., drugs, trespassing, alcohol, noise or nuisance activities)?

All occupants must agree to comply with FEMA’s rules, terms, and conditions for occupying the Temporary Housing Unit (THU) before they move in by signing FEMA’s Revocable License Agreement. The Revocable License Agreement documents the applicant’s acceptance of government property for temporary housing based on FEMA’s terms and conditions included in the license. When applicants … Continued

Do I have any other responsibilities regarding my MHU?

FEMA re-evaluates an applicant’s eligibility on a periodic basis, usually monthly, and the Direct Temporary Housing Assistance eligibility for the entire period of assistance is subject to the occupant continuing to meet recertification requirements. • Applicants must actively work towards making or achieving a long-term housing plan. • Applicants must accept long term housing options … Continued

Who can stay with me in my MHU?

Only those individuals named on your FEMA Manufactured Housing Unit Revocable License and Receipt for Government Property (Revocable License) Agreement can stay in your MHU with you. With FEMA’s approval, you may be able to add or remove occupants from your Revocable License Agreement within seven days of signing.

Will FEMA assign survivors to housing locations in Butte County and the surrounding area basedupon their individual needs? (Medical needs, employment needs, transportation needs, etc.)

Yes, FEMA works with city, state and other federal agencies to identify appropriate sites for MHUs to beplaced to meet the needs of survivors. FEMA also works with the individual survivor to place thatindividual/family according to their identified needs. FEMA expects applicants to accept the first offer ofavailable alternate housing that meets their household’s needs.

How long does a temporary group site community exist?

FEMA housing assistance for the temporary group site may be provided for a period of up to 18 monthsbeginning on November 12, 2018, the date of the President’s Major Disaster declaration, and ending on May12, 2020 for FEMA-4407-DR-CA.

Who is eligible to reside in a FEMA temporary group site community?

An individual must meet general conditions to be eligible to receive FEMA housing assistance: •FEMA must be able to verify the applicant’s identity. •The applicant’s necessary expenses and serious needs are directly caused by a declared disaster. •The applicant proof of occupancy (renter) or ownership (owner). •Housing damage or loss must be verified by FEMA … Continued

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