How to Contract FEMA for Debris Removal

Debris removal, through FEMA, can be a long and complicated process.

Contracting FEMA for debris removal after a disaster can be a confusing process. There are different types of forms you can fill out and there is a deadline for submissions of requests. All you can do is fill out the appropriate forms and request assistance from FEMA. It is up to FEMA to decide if the debris is their responsibility to remove or not.

Instructions

1. Go to the FEMA main website.

2. Click on the search box on the upper right side of the page. Type in "debris removal" and click "Go."

3. Click the link that says "FEMA: Debris Removal from Private Property." Look under the subheading "Public Assistance," located on the left side of the page and click "Application Process."

4. Click "Submission of Request for Public Assistance by Applicant."

5. Choose between form SF-424 and form 90-49. Form SF-424 is to request federal assistance in the form of a grant. Form 90-49 is to request public assistance in removing the debris.

6. Fill out the appropriate form. Submit it to the State Public Assistance Officer. You have 30 days to complete this process.

References

• FEMA: Submission of Request for Public Assistance by Applicant
• FEMA: Debris Management

Resources

• Grants.gov: Approved Standard SF-424 Forms
• FEMA Library: Request for Public Assistance - FF 90-49