The heavy storm caused major damage in Burgenland last summer. The country now took stock of its relief measures.
The worst damage occurred during the storms in the Oberwart district in June. The flood left a trail of destruction in some cities. The state has so far provided more than €11 million in paid aid and financing commitments for those affected.
Submit bills to the state
According to Governor Hans Peter Doskozil (SPÖ), the aid will enable those affected to quickly implement the urgently needed recovery and reconstruction measures: “Invoices can be submitted directly to the state without the need for pre-financing – a crucial step to provide assistance to this can be reached quickly and unbureaucratically.”
Damage will be repaired
To date, almost 400 financing commitments have been made and submitted invoices are immediately checked and paid immediately. The few open cases are in the final phase of treatment. All required reports have already been commissioned. Numerous damages have already been successfully repaired.
Expansion of the program
“With this record amount and the clear focus on direct support to those affected, the state of Burgenland has sent a strong signal of solidarity,” emphasizes Deputy Governor Astrid Eisenkopf. As reported, the country has significantly expanded its flood relief program. The new guidelines allow private households to receive a maximum of 150,000 euros gross.
For companies, including agricultural companies, the subsidy amounts have been increased to a maximum of 75,000 euros net. Any insurance payment will be deducted from the damage amount, taking into account a lump sum amount of 10,000 euros.
Source: Krone
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