Lasting Manatee Home Recovery Program

How it works

Manatee County launched the Home Recovery Program as part of its federally funded Lasting Manatee disaster-recovery effort. The county says eligible residents could submit pre-applications starting May 1, 2026, and full applications starting June 1, with review steps that include eligibility verification, home inspections, and funding awards. (mymanatee.org)

What the money covers

The county says the program provides repair, reconstruction, and elevation assistance for storm-damaged homes. Another county notice says the program is designed to help eligible homeowners repair, reconstruct, elevate, or replace storm-damaged homes that still have unmet recovery needs after insurance, FEMA, or other assistance. (mymanatee.org)

Amounts and matching

The county says the program offers up to $250,000 for repairs and up to $450,000 for home replacement or elevation. The resource page also says homeowners should keep records of receipts and insurance and disaster-assistance paperwork for possible reimbursement of disaster-recovery activities. (mymanatee.org)

Timing and deadlines

The county announced the program on April 21, 2026, with the pre-application portal opening May 1, 2026. A later county update extended the pre-application window to August 31, 2026, and the full application window to September 30, 2026. (mymanatee.org)

How to apply

Applicants can apply online through Lasting Manatee, by phone, or in person at the Lasting Manatee Intake Center in Bradenton. The county also held pop-up support events. (mymanatee.org)