Applications Now Available for State Seismic Modification Scholarship – CBS Los Angeles

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Los Angeles (CBSLA) – Applications for the “Earthquake Brace + Bolt” program are now available, allowing a number of homeowners to receive grants of up to $3,000 to support the cost of seismic retrofit.

Ridgecrest, CA – JULY 7: Ridgecrest residents inspect a recent rift following two major earthquakes in the area on July 7, 2019 near Ridgecrest, California. A 6.4-magnitude “tremor” on July 4 was followed by a 7.1-magnitude earthquake the following day. The 7.1-magnitude earthquake was the largest in Southern California in twenty years. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

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Closing homes in their foundations and reinforcing creeping walls of space can help Californians protect their families, homes, and investments,” said Janelle Maffei, the California Earthquake Authority’s chief mitigation officer, in a statement.

The $5 million program will provide grants to approximately 1,700 homeowners in 395 eligible ZIP codes across the state. The state determines eligible ZIP codes by assessing earthquake risk and older home concentrations.

Families with an income of less than or equal to $72,080 per year may qualify for supplemental grants that may cover the full costs of the retrofit.

Since it began in 2013, EBB has helped more than 15,700 homeowners pay for their retrofit through grants.

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“We are pleased to offer additional support to income-eligible homeowners to help cover up to 100% of the cost of seismic retrofitting, and we encourage all homeowners who qualify in EBB ZIP Codes to apply for financing now,” Maffei added.

A full list of eligible postal codes can be found on the EBB website: groakebracebolt.com

The deadline for applications is December 1.

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