City of Detroit issued the following announcement on July 10.
Yesterday, Mayor Mike Duggan held a briefing to share some updates regarding the City’s Flood response.
The Department of Public Works has been collecting flood-damaged items daily, and will continue to do so. Residents do not have to worry about getting ticketed for disposing of their flood-damaged belongings.
To avoid any health and safety issues, we ask that all Detroit residents who were affected by the flood clear all damaged debris as soon as possible so that you may begin cleaning and sanitizing.
This also applies to landlords who are required to help tenants remove debris, clean/sanitize the flood-damaged area, and ensure the hot water heater and furnace are working. Inspections will begin July 20th on rented properties. Landlords who do not meet these requirements are subject to a $250/day fine.
We will begin Emergency cleaning/sanitizing next week, starting with our most vulnerable households. City poverty tax exempt households may call 313-267-8000 to begin the process of inspection, estimated cost, and homeowner approval.
There were 20 FEMA staff are assessing Detroit neighborhoods yesterday. Once Governor Whitmer submits a FEMA application, federal review will take place. If President Biden declares a major disaster with reimbursement, FEMA will come to Detroit to do inspections and issue reimbursement checks. Please note this process may take weeks or even months.
Detroit residents are encouraged to fill out a claim form at detroitmi.gov/waterdamageclaims if you have not already. If you have standing water in your home or need assistance hauling debris please call 313-267-8000.
Original source can be found here.
Source: City of Detroit
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