FEMA will pay for your hotel if you can’t return home because (1) your neighborhood is inaccessible, or (2) your home is unlivable due to damage or lack of power.

 You can find a list of participating hotels online at www.FEMAEvacHotels.com. FEMA will pay these participating hotels directly.  If you choose to stay in a hotel that is not on FEMA’s list, keep your receipts and FEMA will reimburse you up to their authorized amount.

In order to be eligible for this benefit, you must be registered with FEMA. Register by calling (800) 621-3362 or online at www.fema.gov.

This housing aid is not taxable income to you.  There is no reimbursement from FEMA for meals while in temporary housing.  However, if you are reimbursed by your insurance company, this aid will not be considered taxable income.