Disaster Assistance Information
Disaster Recovery Center to Close in Travis County, Texas, But Help is Still Available
Disaster assistance information is now posted on the Texas Department of Public Safety/Texas Division of Emergency Management website.
Do you have questions about applying for disaster assistance from FEMA?
Find answers to common questions.
Tienes dudas acerca de la solicitud de asistencia por desastre de FEMA?
Encuentre respuestas a preguntas comunes.
News
June 7, 2015
Federal flood assistance approved for Travis County residents and businesses
Travis County residents and business owners who received storm damage during the Memorial Day weekend are eligible for federal assistance, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)....
Getting Disaster Help from the U.S. Small Business Administration
Organizations Receiving Donations
Transportation & Natural Resources
- Flooded septic system information (OSSF, On-site Sewage Facility)
- Recommendations for Flood Debris Clean-Up
Hazardous Waste Information
- Household Hazardous Waste Flyer (English)
- Household Hazardous Waste Flyer (Spanish)
Natural Resources & Environmental Quality
General Questions:Mickey Roberts (512) 854-6613
Household Hazardous Waste:Shaun Auckland (512) 854-4496
Additional information about household waste and recycling
Permits
Before beginning reconstruction and restoration of your home, a development permit must be obtained. Applications can be made online at MyPermitNow.org.
Health & Human Services/Veterans Service Department
The Health & Human Services/Veterans Service Department provides a range of services and activities associated with the basic needs of Travis County residents. Emergency Assistance, including rent/mortgage assistance, utility payment assistance, groceries, clothes and blankets, and home repairs, as well as case management services from clinical social workers, can be accessed at seven Community Centers–two located in Central Austin and five that serve the rural areas of the County (map). Eligibility for assistance may depend on a number of factors, including income. For more information, please visit the Family Support Services website.
