Hazard Mitigation Home Buyout Program
In response to the May 2010 flood, the Metropolitan Government of Nashville has developed a Hazard Mitigation Home Buyout Program to reduce the loss of life and property from any future significant flood event in Davidson County. The program is administered by Metro Water Services with assistance from the Flood Recovery Team.
Metro Nashville has determined that homes located in the floodway (the most dangerous part of the floodplain) that sustained significant damage during the May flood will be the first priority for the Hazard Mitigation Home Buyout Program. Properties have been grouped to avoid isolating individual parcels.
Metro Water Services has identified 305 properties eligible for the initial buyout program. Letters have been mailed to the owners of eligible properties informing them of the program and requesting a Letter of Interest be returned to Metro Water Services by August 1, 2010.
For more information, view a list of Frequently Asked Questions or call (615) 862-6778 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
IMPORTANT: Participants in the buyout program may qualify for additional FEMA and SBA resources. The deadline to apply for federal assistance is August 5. To apply, call 1-800-621-FEMA or visit www.disasterassistance.gov.
Find Out If Your Property Is Eligible For The Buyout Program
Interactive Map of Buyout Properties
Housing Assistance
Whether you are eligible for the buyout program or not, if you need help with rebuilding your home or finding temporary housing, you can make an appointment with a housing coach by calling (615) 862-6778. More information about housing assistance is also available online at www.nashvillerecovery.com.
Community Meetings
Presentation given at the June 28 - July 1 Community Meetings
Questions which are not addressed through this web site, please email Sonia Harvat.