Update: Tuesday, May 26
The City of Fort Lauderdale’s online application portal for Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) housing assistance programs will open on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
These programs are designed to support residents impacted by the April 2023 flood event and may include assistance for:
• Home rehabilitation and reconstruction
• Elevation of homes
• Reimbursement for eligible flood-related expenses
• Other recovery and mitigation activities
Residents can apply online at: Fort Lauderdale Application Intake - Smartsheet.com
Residents who need assistance with the application process can call 954-495-4533 for support.
To help residents better understand available programs, eligibility requirements and the application process, the City has also scheduled additional community educational meetings.
Community Educational Meetings:
Thursday, May 28, 2026
6 p.m.
Sanctuary Church – Banquet Hall
2501 NE 30th St.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
Monday, June 1, 2026
6 p.m.
South Side Cultural Arts Center
701 S Andrews Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Residents who are unable to attend in person will also be able to view recordings of the educational meetings on the City of Fort Lauderdale’s YouTube channel.
Additional educational meetings are currently being planned. Information on future meetings will be shared as soon as it becomes available.
Additional information, updates and application resources are available on the City’s dedicated CDBG-DR webpage: https://ftlcity.info/CDBG-DR
We encourage residents impacted by the April 2023 flood event to learn more about the available programs and apply if eligible.
Update: Thursday, May 21
The City of Fort Lauderdale has added additional Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) educational meetings to help residents learn more about available housing assistance programs and the application process related to recovery from the April 2023 flood event.
These informational sessions are designed to provide residents with an overview of available programs, eligibility requirements and guidance on how to apply for assistance.
Community Education Sessions
Thursday, May 28, 2026
6 p.m.
Sanctuary Church – Banquet Hall
2501 NE 30th St.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
Monday, June 1, 2026
6 p.m.
South Side Cultural Art Center
701 S. Andrews Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Programs may include assistance for:
• Home rehabilitation and reconstruction
• Elevation of homes
• Reimbursement for eligible flood-related expenses
• Other recovery and mitigation activities
Residents who are unable to attend in person will be able to view recordings of the educational meetings on the City of Fort Lauderdale’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/live/PHn8XatjMc8?si=eKF03XwL_IRHy0D-
The online housing application portal is scheduled to open on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 9 a.m.
Additional information, updates and application resources are available on the City’s dedicated CDBG-DR webpage: https://ftlcity.info/CDBG-DR
We encourage residents impacted by the April 2023 flood event to attend a meeting and learn more about available recovery assistance programs.
Original Post: Monday, May 18
The City of Fort Lauderdale is preparing to launch housing assistance programs and infrastructure initiatives funded through the federal Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Program to support recovery efforts following the April 2023 flood event.
As part of this process, the City will host a series of public meetings and outreach events to help residents learn more about available programs, eligibility requirements and how to apply for assistance.
Programs may include support for:
• Home rehabilitation and reconstruction
• Elevation of homes
• Reimbursement for eligible flood-related expenses
• Other recovery and mitigation activities
Residents are encouraged to attend one of the upcoming community education sessions:
Community Education Sessions
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
1:30 p.m.
101 NE 3rd Ave., 11th Floor
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
6 p.m.
Mills Pond Park
2201 NW 9th Ave.
Live Stream
Because these meetings were scheduled on a limited timeline, the 1:30 p.m. session will be livestreamed, recorded and shared on the City of Fort Lauderdale’s YouTube channel for residents who are unable to attend in person. Access the livestream at: https://www.youtube.com/live/PHn8XatjMc8?si=B-Vo8o4bBc4CPbuw
The online housing application portal is scheduled to open on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 9 a.m.
In-person application assistance will also be available during the following mobile outreach events:
Mobile Outreach and Application Support
Saturday, May 30, 2026
10:30 a.m.
African American Research Library
2650 Sistrunk Blvd.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
10:30 a.m.
African American Research Library
2650 Sistrunk Blvd.
These outreach events are designed to assist residents who may not have internet access or who would prefer hands-on support completing the application process.
Eligibility for assistance will depend on several factors, including household income, documented flood-related damages and prior assistance received through insurance or other programs.
For questions, please contact the City of Fort Lauderdale Customer Support Center at 954-828-8000.
We encourage residents impacted by the April 2023 flood event to attend a meeting, learn more about available resources and apply if eligible.
