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Sandy Programs

Rapid Repairs

Program Partners

Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)

Mayor’s Office of Housing Recovery (HRO)

Program Description

The NYC Rapid Repairs Program assisted residential owners impacted by Hurricane Sandy with performing emergency repairs to their private properties in order to alleviate emergency conditions caused by the storm. Repairs included restoration of heat, power and hot water, and other limited repairs to protect a home from further significant damage.