Storm Shelter Rebate Program

How it works

Denton County’s Storm Shelter Rebate Program helps homeowners offset the cost of installing a FEMA-rated residential safe room. The county says the program follows Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) requirements.

The page also says the county’s current grant request is still under review by FEMA, so funding has not yet been finalized on the page. If awarded, the process can take up to one year.

What the money covers

Eligible costs may include:

• Safe room structure and installation
• Required permits
• Required inspections
• FEMA-approved doors, anchoring, and foundations

Routine maintenance, landscaping, and cosmetic finishes are not eligible.

Amounts and matching

The rebate reimburses 50% of eligible costs up to $3,000.

Timing and deadlines

The page says the grant period ends on 2025-02-28. It also notes that TDEM has reviewed the county’s safe room application for DR-4781 and it is under review by FEMA. The county says updates will be posted on the website and social media when funding becomes available.

How to apply

The page says residents should wait for funding updates before proceeding. It also states that construction must not begin until the jurisdiction formally approves the application.

Other county service on the page

The same page also includes a separate, no-cost storm shelter registration service for emergency responders to locate shelters during severe weather.