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FEMA Assistance

Patti — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 20:54:12 +0000

You must register with FEMA to receive disaster assistance. To register on-line visit:

www.fema.gov/assistance/index.shtm

FEMA 1-800-621-FEMA (3362)

(TTY 1-800-462-7585 for the speech or hearing-impaired)

Please have the following information available when you call:

A phone number in case we need to call you back
Address of the damaged property
Social Security Number
Insurance information (if you have insurance)

If you are elegible for disaster assistance, you may choose to have the assistance check deposited directly into your bank account.

Government disaster assistance covers basic needs only and will not normally compensate you for your entire loss. If you have insurance, the government may help pay for the basic needs not covered under your insurance policy. Some disaster aid does not have to be paid back, while other forms of help may come in the the form of loans.

Disaster recovery assistance is available without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or economic status. Anyone who believes he or she has been discriminated against should contact the Federal Coordinating Officer or the State Coordinator Officer.

PERMITTING TO MOVE FORWARD

Patti — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 20:53:28 +0000

In the aftermath of the Cedar Fires, the City set up a special task force to push permits through quickly, often in as little as a week for a complete rebuild. They will be taking this approach again. The Permitting Departments’ lead is Kelly Broughton, kbroughton@sandiego.gov.

If you don’t have your plans and want to rebuild the same house: Check with the office of your builder if they are still in business – they may have a set on file. Contact Kelly Broughton–there are many arthitects, etc., whio are offering pro bono services if you want to rebuild the same plan. There may be another house in the neighborhood that may be used as a model to draw up blueprints.
If you want a new design: Check with Kelly Broughton regarding architects who are donating services.

IMPORTANT: You need the approval of your HOA before you build.

Westwood requires that ALL construction by approved by the Architectural Committe. Before you submit plans to the City for approval, Westwood’s HOA must approve the plans. The Architectural Committe is expanding and boosting resources to help expedite this process. Proceeding withouth Architectural Committee approval is a violation of our CC&R’s and may lead to delay and/or requirements to undo your work, which would be a shame. The form and instructions are available for download at:

www.rbwestwoodclub.com

Incentives to build “green”. SDG&E and the state are offering all kinds of incentives for the energy-efficiency of your home. Contact Linda Pratt at SDG&E

(858) 492-5088 for more information.

Community Assisting Recovery, Inc. – Recovery Info

Patti — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 19:47:29 +0000

Community Assisting Recovery, Inc., has provided free disaster recovery information and guidance for over 10 years in California. Help is focused on consumer’s homeownerss insurance claims and construction issues, to help property owners rebuild damaged homes and buildings following a natural disaster. Provided assistance to Poway residents for the 2003 Cedar Fire.

Check out their website at http://www.carehelp.org/

Obtaining Vital Records; Birth, Marriage, etc.

Patti — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 19:43:03 +0000

To obtain a copy of vitals records, such as birth, death, marriage or divorce certificates you may contact the San Diego Recorders Office at the following link:

http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/howto/w2w/w2welcom.htm

California Department of Insurance Information

Patti — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 19:36:51 +0000

To reach the California Department of Insurance you may call (800) 927-HELP (4537) or go to their website at:

http://www.insurance.ca.gov

For more tips from the California Department of Insurance go to:

http://www.insurance.ca.gov/0400-news/0100-press-releases/0060-0207/release057/Householdinventory

RBCPC Survivors Assistance: Complete Loss of Your Home.pdf

Patti — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 19:23:25 +0000

Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church has provided this link to a .pdf document with helpful information.

See also their link to document with information for Survivors with Partial Damage to their Homes….

San Diego County Bar Association: Wildfire Legal Assistance

Patti — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 19:18:33 +0000

The following link may provide helpful legal information for fire victims.

www.sdcba.org/disasterrelief

US Fire Administration: After a Fire

Patti — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 19:15:53 +0000

Here is a valuable link from the U.S. Fire Admiinstration, Division of Health Services.

www.usfa.dhs.gov/citizens/atf

WESTWOOD CLUB HOSTS DINNER FOR FIRE FAMILIES

Patti — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 09:11:43 +0000

You are invited to come and meet with other Westwood households who have lost their homes at a dinner hosted at the Westwood Club:

Thursday, November 29, 2007

6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

NO MEDIA COVERAGE

“A POST-FIRE PRIMER ON REBUILDING YOUR HOME”

Patti — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 09:07:22 +0000

Also known as “Construction Loans 101″

Tuesday, November 27, 2007

5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Bernardo Heights Country Club

You are invited to join industry leader and neighbor Craig Brown, President of Rancho Financial Mortgage Center, as he hopes to help you acquire a better understanding of:

Insurance Pay Out
Clean Up
Decision Point: Rebuild or Sell Lot and Move?
Design and Approval Plan
City Permits
Construction Loan Process
Permanent/Take-Out Loan

Please RSVP to (858) 451-0620 or twade@ranchofinancial.com

The Bernardo Heights Country Club is located at 16066 Bernardo Heights Parkway, San Diego, CA 92128.

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