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West Central Texas Individual Safe Room Program

West Central Texas Council of Governments · County program

50% rebate up to $3,000

Homeowners in Taylor County can get a 50% rebate, up to $3,000, for installing a FEMA-certified safe room or storm shelter through the West Central Texas Council of Governments.

Last verified: August 17, 2026
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Program details

How it works

The West Central Texas Council of Governments says it is accepting applications for the West Central Texas Individual Safe Room Program. The program is funded through a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) related to Texas Covid-19 pandemic disaster recovery.

What the money covers

The rebate is for the installation of a FEMA-certified safe room or storm shelter.

Amounts and matching

The program offers a 50% rebate, up to $3,000.

How to apply

The homeowner must complete an application and receive an approval letter from WCTCOG before installation can begin. The site says the homeowner should determine whether the residence is in a FEMA or locally mapped floodplain, then submit the rebate application for review, receive the award letter, identify a contractor, complete the installation, and submit documentation after installation.

Timing and deadlines

The program page says the agency is accepting applications, but it does not state a closing date.

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