The Florida Department of Emergency Management will deploy travel trailers and recreational vehicles (RVs) to provide non-congregate shelter (NCS) to Volusia County residents whose homes are unhabitable as a result of Hurricane Ian. The program is short-term, six months at maximum, and designed to offer a safe, habitable temporary housing option. This will allow for a transition plan to be developed that will lead to a more permanent housing option.

To qualify for the NCS program, an applicant must meet the following:

- The damaged residence must be located within one of the 26 FEMA-designated counties.
- The applicant has a valid FEMA registration number.
- The applicant is the homeowner or renter of the damaged residence.
- The residence is not habitable due to damage sustained by Hurricane Ian.
- The applicant is not already eligible for or receiving housing assistance from FEMA or nonprofit housing programs.

For residents who intend to apply but do not have a valid FEMA registration number, an application through FEMA must first be submitted at disasterassistance.gov, through FEMA’s mobile app or by calling 800-621-3362.

NCS prioritizes the placement of travel trailers and RVs on private property. If a resident qualifies for NCS, an assessment team will visit the proposed location to place the temporary housing unit. If the property is located within an incorporated city, contact the appropriate departments within the city to determine if this use is allowed.  If the site is approved, the resident will enter a contract and provide information to a State contractor, who will coordinate with appropriate permitting authorities and utility companies.

To learn more about and to apply for NCS, visit //ianrecovery.fl.gov/unite or call 800-892-0948.