Storm Shelter Program

Storm Shelter Assistance Program

Purpose

The Storm Shelter Assistance program was created to ensure the safety and welfare of its members during natural disasters. The program assistance will provide necessary funds to assist with the purchase of all types of shelters. The Storm Shelter Assistance program is available to enrolled Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members who are homeowners, and the residence is located within the State of Oklahoma.

Requirements

The applicant must be an enrolled member of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma;
The applicant must be at least eighteen (18) years of age;
The applicant must own the home (“dwelling unit”) proposed where the shelter will be placed and have owned and continuously occupied such dwelling unit for a period of not less than twelve (12) months to the date of the application. The applicant must present proof of ownership of the home in the form of a warranty or quitclaim deed. Owners of restricted Indian land may participate in the Program, provided that they present proof of ownership in the form of a deed or validly-approved lease for a period of not less than 25 years;
The Dwelling Unit must be the primary residence of the applicant-household and must remain the primary residence for a period of not less than the affordability period within the Useful Life Commitment Agreement following completion of the storm shelter installation.
The Dwelling Unit must be located within the state of Oklahoma.
The applicant must publicly disclose any conflicts of interest arising from immediate family ties to any employee of the ASHA, member of the BOC and/or elected tribal official.