FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)

FEMA / Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) is available to homeowners in Atlanta, GA.

Provides funding through state and local governments to reduce future disaster losses following a Presidential Disaster Declaration. Homeowners apply indirectly through local governments, which submit projects on their behalf. FEMA covers 75% of eligible costs. Eligible activities include home elevation, wind hardening, safe room installation, and other mitigation measures. Contact GEMA/HS for current open programs.

Indirect program, contact your city or county emergency management office for available projects.

Federal program, maintained from the official federal source.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Homeowners cannot apply directly, must go through local government
  • Activated after Presidential Disaster Declarations
  • FEMA covers 75%; 25% from state/local/applicant sources
  • Eligible: flood elevation, wind hardening, safe rooms, storm mitigation
  • Contact GEMA/HS: 404-635-7522 | gema@georgia.gov

How to Apply

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You will likely need a contractor to apply

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Your application paperwork

Federal funding to reduce future disaster damage, like elevating or strengthening a home. Homeowners cannot apply directly. Your state, tribe, or local government applies on your behalf, so you take part through a local project.

Steps to apply

  1. Contact your State Hazard Mitigation Officer or local emergency management office.
  2. Ask whether your community has an open HMGP project you can join.
  3. Provide your property and project details to the local applicant.
  4. The state submits the application to FEMA on your behalf.

Documents you will likely need

  • Property ownership and address information.
  • Details of the mitigation project (for example elevation or a safe room).
  • Any flood or disaster damage history.

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Application period tied to Presidential Disaster Declarations; Hurricane Helene deadline extended to March 15, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

How much can FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) provide in Atlanta, GA?

Varies, FEMA covers 75% of eligible project costs.

Who qualifies for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) in Atlanta?

FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) is open to homeowners in Atlanta, GA. It has no income limit.

How do I apply for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) in Atlanta, GA?

Apply directly with FEMA / Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) using the official program link on this page or call 404-635-7522. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Application period tied to Presidential Disaster Declarations; Hurricane Helene deadline extended to March 15, 2026.

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