Austin launches new fund to help residents with winter storm repairs Warm-weather plants were among the victims of Winter Storm Uri.
Photo by Katie Friel Thousands of Austin residents are still dealing with burst pipes, busted water heaters, and dead landscaping following last month s crippling winter storms. As residents clean up and pay for costly repairs, the city has launched a series of initiatives to help with everything from water distribution to paying for plumbing.
Emergency home repair funding On March 1, the City of Austin rolled out the Emergency Home Repair program to help low-income residents pay for repairs after Winter Storm Uri. Funding is available up to $10,000 and is only available for damage sustained during the storms.