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Lafayette County homes in floodplain could get needed repairs
By Theodore Nelson
June 12, 2026 at 1:31 PM EDT
Ahead of hurricane season, a group of at-risk Lafayette County homes are getting repairs.
The houses are located in federal "flood-risk" zones. Lafayette County said up to 40 low-income homes may be repaired or replaced.
The homes selected for the project may need elevation, flood-proofing, or flood insurance.
That's according to a public notice from earlier this month.
The county is using a federal grant to help homeowners with temporary relocation.
County officials want residents to provide feedback before they begin the project.
Residents can submit comments through June 22.
The houses are located in federal "flood-risk" zones. Lafayette County said up to 40 low-income homes may be repaired or replaced.
The homes selected for the project may need elevation, flood-proofing, or flood insurance.
That's according to a public notice from earlier this month.
The county is using a federal grant to help homeowners with temporary relocation.
County officials want residents to provide feedback before they begin the project.
Residents can submit comments through June 22.