Superstorm Sandy Action Plan and Resources

• Housing Assistance for Displaced Residents
• Rebuilding Guidance for Property Owners
• Rebuilding Guidance for Construction Code Officials
• Guidance for Sandy-Impacted Local Governments
• Assistance for Sandy-Impacted Firefighters
• Superstorm Sandy and Fire Safety
• Superstorm Sandy and Historic Sites
• Superstorm Sandy General Information

• Housing Assistance for Displaced Residents
  
  • Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance
    Sandy survivors have until May 1, 2013, to register for disaster assistance through FEMA.
  • Hurricane Sandy Disaster Housing Strategic Plan 
    Report outlines the scale of Superstorm Sandy’s destruction, details housing actions, and makes recommendations to address housing needs in the aftermath of the storm.
  • Housing Options for Sandy Displaced Renters and Homeowners 
    Learn about housing choices and options, depending on your specific circumstances and needs.
  • New Jersey Housing Resource Center 
    Free service for people in search of affordable housing and for landlords who are looking to provide housing.
  • Section 8 Special Admissions Vouchers for Superstorm Sandy Victims 
    FAQ 
    DCA has set aside 1,000 vouchers from the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program in order to help low-income families who were displaced by the storm move into permanent housing.
  • FEMA Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power (STEP) program 
    FAQ 
    Sandy-impacted homeowners can apply through their municipalities for assistance with minor temporary repairs so they can remain in their home while permanent repairs are being completed. Seven municipalities have requested the program, including Highlands Borough, Monmouth Beach, Neptune Township, Sea Bright Borough, Tenafly Borough, and Tuckerton Borough.
  • Age-Restricted Communities and Sandy Evacuees 
    Christie Administration has accepted guidelines from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that allow age-restricted housing developments to make vacant units available to storm evacuees of all ages.
  • Temporary Mortgage Relief Options for Sandy Survivors
    Flyer on mortgage relief options for those affected by Superstorm Sandy.
  • Navigating the Road to Housing Recovery
    A comprehensive guide to resources and steps to take for homeowners and renters affected by Superstorm Sandy..
  
• Rebuilding Guidance for Property Owners
  
  • Flood Elevation Rule FAQs 
    In order to better protect lives and property following Superstorm Sandy, the State has adopted emergency rules that set minimum elevation standards for the reconstruction of houses and buildings in areas that are in danger of flooding. The FAQs answer some of the most common questions.
  • Accessing Flood Zone Maps Through FEMA s Website 
    Guidance on how to navigate Advisory Base Flood Elevation (ABFE) maps on FEMA s website.
  • Superstorm Sandy Building Science Activities and Resources 
    Building science information for properties in flood zones.
  • Construction Permits for the Repair of Sandy-Damaged Single-Family Homes 
    Guidance on when construction permits are and are not required.
  • Christie Administration Reminds Everyone Involved in Sandy Cleanup and Repair to Take Steps to Protect Themselves 
    NJ Department of Health cautions community volunteers, homeowners, business owners, contractors and other recovery workers to protect their health by wearing gloves, masks, boots, protective eyewear and respirators.
  • Mold Information Flyer 
    Includes information on how to protect yourself when cleaning mold and how to recognize mold, and addresses asbestos.
  
• Rebuilding Guidance for Construction Code Officials
  
  • Elevation of Existing Houses Guidance to Code Officials
    Provides information on some of the technical issues associated with elevating existing houses with no increase in the habitable space.
  • Construction Permit Fees
    Municipalities may waive fees for permits for work made necessary by storm damage.
  • Electrical Systems Guidance 
  • Mechanical Plumbing Guidance for Code Officials
  • Boilers, Pressure Vessels, Refrigeration Systems or Other Appliances 
  
• Guidance for Sandy-Impacted Local Governments
  
  Since Superstorm Sandy landed in New Jersey, the Division of Local Government Services has been issuing Local Finance Notices related to storm response and recovery. A reverse chronological listing of the Local Finance Notices follows:
   
  • 2013-10 Superstorm Sandy-Related Revenue Losses - Clarification on Community Disaster Loan Program (issued 2/6/2013)
  • 2013-8 2013 Budgets - Superstorm Sandy Aid Program (issued 1/18/2013)
  • 2013-6 Superstorm Sandy and Local Government Finances (issued 1/16/2013)
  • 2012-29 Hurricane Sandy - 7 Emergency Appropriations and Procurement Update (issued 11/9/2012)
  

  • 2012-28 Hurricane Sandy - 6 Executive Order No. 113 - Extension of Property Tax Grace Period (issued 11/9/2012) 
  • 2012-27 Hurricane Sandy - 5 Special Notice on Protecting Access to Financial Markets (Essential for Cash Flow Stability and Rebuilding) (issued 11/9/2012)
  • 2012-26 Hurricane Sandy - 4 Executive Order No. 111: Use of Snow Removal Funds for Sandy Recovery (issued 11/7/2012) 
  • 2012-25 Hurricane Sandy - 3 Managing Charitable Contributions (issued 11/5/2012)
  • 2012-24 Hurricane Sandy - 2 Emergency Contract with Lowe’s For State/Local Government Supplies and Equipment (issued 11/5/2012) 
  • 2012-22 Hurricane Sandy Emergency - Financing and Procurement (issued 10/29/2012) 

  
• Assistance for Sandy-Impacted Firefighters
  
  • Firefighter to Firefighter Assistance Program 
    Allows firefighters who need help to anonymously submit a request and be matched up with other firefighters who have volunteered to help. There are two forms: one to request help and one to offer help.
  • National Volunteer Fire Council Support Fund 
    Provides a stipend of $250 to volunteer first responders whose homes have been impacted by a state- or federally-declared disaster.
  • Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program 
    A FEMA program, grants are awarded to fire departments to enhance their ability to protect the public and fire service personnel from fire and related hazards.
  • Comprehensive List of Assistance for Fire Departments and Individuals 
  
• Superstorm Sandy and Fire Safety
  
  • Unseen Hazards in Structures Damaged by Superstorm Sandy
  • FEMA Fire Investigation Memo for Sandy-Related Structure Fires 
  • FEMA Data Request Form for Sandy-Related Structure Fires 
  
• Superstorm Sandy and Historic Sites
  
  • Superstorm Sandy Cultural Resources Recovery 
    Guidance and resources relevant to disaster recovery for cultural resource owners, managers, agencies and others.
  • Post Sandy Recovery Tips 
    Includes a variety of resources from the National Trust for Historic Preservation and other preservation organizations.
  • Preservation New Jersey Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Resources 
  
• Superstorm Sandy General Information
  
  • New Jersey Hurricane Sandy Information Center 
    The State of New Jersey’s central webpage for Sandy-related information.
  • NJ 2-1-1 Hurricane Response and Recovery 
    On this webpage and those linked to it, people will find information about FEMA assistance and how to apply; clean-up resources; and local recovery efforts.
  • FEMA Hurricane Sandy Recovery Page