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FEMA May Be Able to Help with Transportation Repairs

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You must first apply to FEMA (disasterassistance.gov, FEMA mobile app, 800-621-3362), then submit an application for a disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). If you are denied a loan, or if the loan does not cover all the expense, you may be referred to FEMA for ONA consideration.

For assistance to repair or replace a vehicle, the damage must have been caused by the disaster and the vehicle must no longer be operable or safe to drive. Cosmetic repairs will not be covered. Other conditions include:

  • The vehicle must have been damaged by Typhoon Mawar.
  • Assistance is usually limited to one vehicle. If there is a second functional vehicle in the household, the applicant must certify in writing that the damaged vehicle is essential for the household’s daily use.
  • The vehicle must be in compliance with motor vehicle division’s registration and insurance requirements.
  • The vehicle must be owned or leased (not a rental) by the applicant, co-applicant, or household member.
  • The damaged vehicle must be an approved vehicle type, such as a car, truck, SUV or van.
  • The amount provided for repair or replacement is based on the degree of damage and the amount the motor vehicle division has determined for the maximum repair and replacement value.
Documentation required for consideration, includes, but is not limited to:

  • Proof of insurance policy showing the type of coverage or proof of vehicle meets the territory’s requirement.
  • Insurance provider settlement or statement that insurance coverage does not exists, for vehicle repair.
  • A verifiable estimate, bill, or receipt confirming the damage was caused by the disaster, with labor and parts/replacement costs. For vehicle replacement, additional documentation is necessary from the motor vehicle division confirming the vehicle was salvaged due to the disaster.
 

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