My Safe Florida Home, Wind Mitigation Grant

Florida Department of Financial Services

Available Home Repair

About This Program

My Safe Florida Home, Wind Mitigation Grant is available to homeowners in Jacksonville, FL.

The My Safe Florida Home program provides free wind mitigation inspections and matching grants up to $10,000 for approved home hardening upgrades. The state pays $2 for every $1 the homeowner spends on eligible improvements including secondary water resistance barriers, roof-to-wall attachment upgrades, roof deck attachment, and opening protection such as impact windows, doors, and hurricane shutters. Homes must be single-family detached built before January 1, 2008 with insured value of $700,000 or less.

Step 1: Apply for free inspection; Step 2: After receiving inspection report, apply for grant. Homes built after Jan 1, 2008 are not eligible.

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

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

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

Key Details

  • Free wind mitigation inspection, first step before grant application
  • State pays $2 for every $1 homeowner spends on upgrades
  • Maximum $10,000 grant; $280M available in FY 2025-2026
  • Home must be built before Jan 1, 2008 with insured value ≤ $700,000
  • Eligible: impact windows/doors, hurricane shutters, roof hardening

How to Apply

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A grant-savvy contractor in Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville early keeps your application moving.

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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).
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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: Funding first-come, first-served, $280M allocated for FY 2025-2026; apply at mysafeflhome.com

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Frequently asked questions

How much can My Safe Florida Home, Wind Mitigation Grant provide in Jacksonville, FL?

Up to $10,000 (2:1 state match).

Who qualifies for My Safe Florida Home, Wind Mitigation Grant in Jacksonville?

My Safe Florida Home, Wind Mitigation Grant is open to homeowners in Jacksonville, FL. It has no income limit.

How do I apply for My Safe Florida Home, Wind Mitigation Grant in Jacksonville, FL?

Apply directly with Florida Department of Financial Services using the official program link on this page. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Funding first-come, first-served, $280M allocated for FY 2025-2026; apply at mysafeflhome.com.

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