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Flood‑victim says Atlanta permitting delays and lack of FEMA participation hamper rebuilding after Hurricane Helene
Summary
A resident whose home was destroyed in Hurricane Helene said the city's permitting and variance process has delayed repairs and that the city is not participating in federal grants that could help flood victims, asking council members for answers.
A speaker at public comment described extensive permitting delays after Hurricane Helene and asked why the city had not participated in federal rebuilding grants that could help flood victims.
"On September 27, my home was destroyed by hurricane Helene," Nancy Chaney told council members. She said her family was trapped during the storm and that she has since faced long delays and inconsistent guidance in the city’s permitting process.
Chaney said she submitted a permit…
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