2021 Winter Storm Resources

Local Disaster Declaration

Mayor Laura Wheat signed a local disaster declaration on February 18, 2021, to assist the Town of Westlake with recovery from February's historic winter storm. 

Disaster declarations are designed to assist with emergency service reimbursements for funds expensed on storm preparations and recovery. Insurance companies may also request a copy of the local disaster declaration to include with property owners' claims for storm-related repairs like burst pipes and water damage. 

Westlake Permit Information

The Town of Westlake has waived any construction permit fees directly related to repairs from the winter weather to bring structures back to pre-storm conditions.  Town staff pledges to not hinder our residents from getting these repairs done quickly.  We will work with you hand in hand to navigate through the process so that you can get the necessary work completed in a timely manner.  Please click the link below for further information. 

Texas Damage Survey

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management are encouraging Texans to complete the Self Reporting Damage Survey to help the state identify damages across Texas and help emergency management officials gain an understanding of damages that occurred during the recent winter weather. This data is also needed to provide information to FEMA and highlight the need for federal disaster assistance for individuals. Forms are available both for residential and commercial properties.

Please Note: Reporting damage to the Texas Division of Emergency Management is a voluntary activity, is not a substitute for reporting damage to an insurance agency, and does not guarantee disaster relief assistance.

FEMA Individual Assistance Programs

President Joe Biden has formally declared a major disaster in Texas related to the winter storm that began on Feb. 11, 2021. This declaration makes federal assistance available to Tarrant County residents, including temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, and more.

Small Business Administration Disaster Loan Programs

The federal disaster declaration for this storm also makes assistance available to Tarrant County businesses. Applications for physical damage must be filed by April 20, 2021, and those for economic injury must be filed by Nov. 20, 2021.