The Greenbrier County Commission has announced that the Slum and Blight demolition program’s window for applications has been extended. There is no final date for applicants, but Kelly Banton emphasized that, “As soon as possible is always best.”

The Slum and Blight demolition program is funded federally through the National Guard as well as through HUD, and is open to residents who were affected by the storms of 2016. Commissioner Hanna explained it’s open to all victims of the “storm,” not just victims of flooding. He said this means that more people will be eligible for help under this program, compared to most that only assist with flood damage.

A press release sent from the commission states, “Anyone that has a business or residential structure that is vacant, abandoned, condemned and was made worse or in fact damaged by the 2016 storm and did not qualify for any other programs should contact the County Commission office as soon as possible at 304-647-6689 ext. 0. There is no guarantee by the Commission or the county offices that it will be approved. Applicants must own the property free and clear to apply.”