The Consell of Ibiza has announced that the first financial aid will begin to reach those affected this Tuesday following the two DANA storms that devastated the island last autumn, in late September and mid-October.
“This first resolution corresponds to the applications that were processed more quickly after all the required documentation had been reviewed and involves an initial grant of €182,355.03. The Consell expects payments to start today or during the course of this week and, in any case, by next week”, the institution stated in a press release.
Three weeks ago, the Consell activated this first aid package, amounting to €5 million. These funds were provided by the regional administration on a non-refundable basis. As things stand, only 3.6% of the available funding has so far been approved for those affected.
Application deadline open
The deadline to apply for this aid remains open until January 8. The scheme is divided into two lines: one for individuals and another for the self-employed and SMEs. Applications may be submitted both online and in person at the Consell’s headquarters.
Under the first line, residents who suffered damage to their homes as a result of the waterspouts may apply for up to €2,500. In the case of vehicle damage, a declaration of total loss is required. The aid amounts are €250 per moped, €750 per motorcycle, €1,500 per car or van, and €2,000 per vehicle adapted for people with reduced mobility.
As for aid aimed at the self-employed and SMEs, it may cover up to 50% of the verified damage, up to a maximum of €10,000. This includes damaged machinery and equipment — including computer equipment — repair work on facilities, or water extraction costs in affected businesses.