In a recent government meeting, officials outlined new measures to assist property owners in assessing and reporting storm damage. The presentation emphasized an intuitive online tool that allows residents to input their identifying information, such as folio numbers or addresses, to generate a letter detailing the overall value of their property as of January 1, 2024. This letter will also include an estimate of repair costs deemed \"substantially improved\" by FEMA.

Officials encouraged property owners to utilize this resource, which can be accessed via the website or by contacting the office directly. The main contact number provided was 813-272-6100, along with a dedicated storm damage hotline at 813-272-6332 for specific inquiries related to storm damage. An email address, stormdamage@hcpa.fl.org, was also shared for further assistance.

A key point raised during the meeting was the concern among property owners about reporting damage due to fears of increased property taxes. Officials reassured attendees that their goal is to support property owners and that reporting damage will not negatively impact property values or tax assessments. The commitment to being \"property owner friendly\" was reiterated, with officials promising to prioritize the needs of residents in their response to storm-related issues.

The meeting concluded with a transition to further presentations, indicating ongoing efforts to address community concerns and enhance support for those affected by recent storms.