Tennessee Emergency Management Disaster Recovery

Tennessee Emergency Management Agency

Closed Disaster Relief

About This Program

State-administered disaster recovery assistance activated following federal disaster declarations affecting Cookeville or Putnam County. Provides grants and low-interest loans for uninsured home repairs from qualifying disasters including floods, tornadoes, and severe storms. Not currently active; applies only to future declared disasters.

Grant and loan amounts determined per disaster and household damage assessment

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In Cookeville, TN, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Activated only during declared disasters
  • Grants and low-interest loans available
  • For uninsured or underinsured damage
  • No income requirement
  • Not currently active

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Cookeville, TN can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Cookeville early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

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: Activated only during federal disaster declarations

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