Research Topics created from questions asked related to disaster recovery.

Public Questions and topics asked and answered that related to declared disaster recovery. We use raw research data to provide fact checking material which is available to members.

9 research topics

Freedom of Information Request: Copies of State of Louisiana 2016 Flood contracts that are listed online in the OCDDRU folder but do not have the actual contract linked.

#4 published 1-4-2019 updated 1-9-2019 1 min. 20 seconds read, search group Research.

Interim Mortgage Assistance Data Collection Request.

#156 published 8-9-2019 2 min. 16 seconds read, search group Questions.

September 2, 2016 Governor Edwards letter to President Barack Obama.

#65 published 2-3-2019 7 min. 12 seconds read, search group Research.

Federal Agency Terms State Agency Terms Income Level Terms Glossary of Terms

#83 published 2-24-2019 updated 3-2-2019 12 min. 33 seconds read, search group Research.

Cost Analysis for Elevated New Construction Homes

#113 published 3-30-2019 2 min. 57 seconds read, search group Research.

SBA Updates data processed from research between 11-2019 and 12-2019

#183 published 1-18-2020 3 min. 25 seconds read, search group SBALoans.

FEMA: All applicants with disaster-caused mold damage may be eligible for the assistance when they meet all other conditions of eligibility.

#439 published 12-1-2024 1 min. 36 seconds read, search group HRA.

No inspection from FEMA? Registered and reported Minor Damage but able to live in my home? Only Remote Telephone Inspection? Home Repair Funds less than actual repairs?

#454 published 12-27-2022 updated 3-4-2023 1 min. 9 seconds read, search group Inspection.

FEMA inspected owner-occupied units are categorized by HUD into one of five categories. HUD may only accept Major to Severe in their CDBG-DR Grant program.

#438 published 12-1-2024 1 min. 14 seconds read, search group IHP.

9 research topics

Fire, smoke blocking and air sealing between floors in a home.

By Murray Wennerlund 12-20-2024

When a duct passes through a second-story floor, across an 18-inch space, and vents into a drywall ceiling below, there are a few critical steps to follow to ensure proper sealing, fireblocking, and structural integrity.

How to Fail Your Municipality's Residential Block and Tie Inspection.

By Murray Wennerlund 12-18-2024

These are some of the most common mistakes that municipal residential building inspectors encounter during inspections. Ensuring compliance with the applicable codes can help avoid these failures and ensure a safe electrical system.

Public Outreach Notice: Seeking Information on Solution 1 Restore Louisiana Home Warranty Program issues.

By Murray Wennerlund 12-9-2024

Were you pressured by a contractor to sign off on repairs after the 2020-2021 disasters? We are investigating contractor fraud in the Restore Louisiana Program. Contact us confidentially to report your experience.