Dec 9, 2025 - News

St. Pete to launch $160 million hurricane recovery program

Kathryn Varn

A sailboat grounded on a sandy shore and turned on its side with gray water, a gray sky and a pier in the background. — A sailboat that was washed up in downtown St. Petersburg by Hurricane Helene. Photo: Tristan Wheelock/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Applications for St. Petersburg's hurricane recovery grant program will open Monday, the city announced.

Why it matters: The Sunrise St. Pete program offers financial aid to qualifying city residents who are still recovering from hurricanes Idalia in 2023 and Helene last year.

State of play: Residents can start applying Monday for grants to help with home repairs, rehabilitation or elevation or reimbursement for already completed repairs.

Disaster relief payments are also available for residents who struggled to afford expenses like rent or utilities due to the storm or storms.

The big picture: The $159.8 million disaster recovery fund was allocated to the city by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The grant doesn't cover impacts from Hurricane Milton.

At least 70% of the funds will be designated for low- and moderate-income households within the city.

How to apply: Residents can apply online or at two intake centers stationed at 1914 Fourth Street N., Suite 1920, and the Enoch Davis Center at 1111 18th Ave. S.

Residents can also contact 727-591-2990 or [email protected] with questions about the application process.

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