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Public Assistance Guide

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Table of Contents
FOREWORD

Chapter 1 – Introduction (35K)

  • When Disaster Strikes
  • Applying for Public Assistance
  • Eligibility
  • Project Management
Chapter 2 – Applying for Public Assistance (106K)
  • Section A – Applicant Eligibility 9
  • Section B – The Applicants' Briefing and Damage Survey Reports 14
  • Section C – Project Application Approval 23
  • Section D – Payment of Claims 29
  • Section E – Appeals 31
  • Section F – Direct Federal Assistance 34
Chapter 3 – Eligibility (152K)
  • Section A – Basic Criteria 37
  • Section B – Emergency Work 40
  • Section C – Permanent Restoration 48
  • Section D – Categories of Facilities 62
  • Section E – Cost Eligibility 69
  • Section F – Insurance 75
Chapter 4 – Project Management (20K)
  • Section A – Record Keeping 79
  • Section B – Contracting 80
  • Section C – Time Limits 80
  • Section D – Changes in Scope of Work And Costs 81
  • Section E – Progress Reports 82
Acronyms used in this guide

Appendices:

Application and Forms:

  • Request for Public Assistance (Request)
  • Project Worksheet (PW)
  • Damage Description and Scope of Work Continuation Sheet
  • Cost Estimate Continuation Sheet
  • Maps and Sketches Sheet
  • Photo Sheet
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