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INFORMATION FOR PERSONS
DISPLACED FROM A RESIDENCE Moving Cost Reimbursement
Individuals and Families: If you qualify as a displaced person, you are entitled to reimbursement of your moving costs and certain related expenses incurred in moving. The methods of moving and the various types of moving cost payments are explained below. Displaced individuals and families may choose to be paid on the basis of actual reasonable moving costs and related expenses, or according to a fixed moving cost schedule. However, to assure your eligibility and prompt payment of moving expenses, you should contact the relocation counselor from the agency before you move.
You Can Choose Either Actual Reasonable Moving Costs:
Including Packing and Unpacking, Temporary Storage, Transportation, Moving Insurance, and Other Related Costs. OR Fixed Moving Cost Schedule: Schedule Established for your state of Residence Actual Reasonable Moving Costs You may be paid for your actual reasonable moving costs by a professional mover plus related expenses, or you may move yourself. Reimbursement will be limited to a 50 mile distance in most cases. Related expenses involved in the moves may include: 1.) Packing and unpacking personal property. 2.) Disconnecting and reconnecting household appliances. 3.) Temporary storage of personal property. 4.) Insurance while property is in storage or transit. 5.) Transfer of telephone service and other similar utility reconnections. 6.) Other expenses considered eligible by the Agency. Fixed Moving Cost Schedule Or you may choose to be paid on the basis of a fixed moving cost schedule established for your State of residence. The amount of the payment is based on the number of rooms in your dwelling, Your relocation counselor will be able to tell you the exact amount you will be eligible to receive if you select this option. The schedule is designed to include all of the expenses incurred in moving, including those services that must be purchased from others.
The owner of a displaced mobile home may be entitled to a payment for the cost of moving the mobile home to a replacement site on an actual cost basis. Displaced mobile home occupants (owners or tenants) may also be eligible for a payment for moving personal property form the mobile home such as furniture, appliances, and clothing on an actual cost basis, or on the basis of a moving cost schedule. For a complete explanation of all moving cost options involving a mobile home, please discuss the matter with your relocation counselor.
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