Private Property Debris Removal (PPDR) Updates

Private Property Debris Removal Work Underway in Lake Lure (Zip Code 28746): Private Property Debris Removal (PPDR) operations are now underway in Lake Lure, with crews beginning work over the weekend and steadily ramping up throughout the area.

• This mission is being led by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) in partnership with TEYA and AshBritt through a mentor-protégé agreement.

• Approximately 10 to 12 crews are working daily from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with the goal of completing all debris removal, cleanup, and disposal within 30 days.

• Crews are staging the debris at the space behind the Lake Lure Fire Department and then it will be transported to Enoree, South Carolina.

• Only properties previously enrolled in the PPDR program are eligible for these services.

• While this Direct Federal Assistance program is now closed to new applicants, residents may still register for the State’s Mission Assigned Recovery Taskforce (SMART) program.

• Please note that only improved and maintained areas are eligible for debris removal. FEMA will soon send written notices to property owners whose parcels are not eligible. Residents may be informed in advance that this guidance is forthcoming.

• Property owners will receive at least 72 hours' notice before any work begins on their property.

• We appreciate the community’s continued patience and cooperation as we work together to restore and rebuild safely.

• For questions or concerns, residents are encouraged to contact //ppdr@teyacompany.com">ppdr@teyacompany.com.

DEADLINE EXTENSION!

Rutherford County PPDR Deadline Extended: Rutherford County Private Property Debris Removal (PPDR) Program: Initially, counties like Rutherford were managing their own debris removal contracts. However, due to widespread cash flow concerns, the State launched the SMART Program to support funding and project management. Under this program, the State now serves as the official applicant for FEMA Public Assistance (PA) reimbursements for PPDR in Rutherford County. Although the State oversees daily operations, it continues to coordinate closely with county officials.

• Please note that eligibility under the SMART Program follows the same criteria as FEMA’s PA guidelines. As a result, properties that are ineligible for the PPDR through Army Corps will likely also be ineligible for this program.

• Note that if you applied for debris removal under the PPDR Program in zip code 28746 (at the Arcade Building in Lake Lure) and were approved, you do not need to apply through Rutherford County. If you missed the opportunity to apply for debris removal in zip code 28746, you may apply through Rutherford County. 

• If you have questions about the program, please call (828) 319-2880 or ppdr@debristech.com">email ppdr@debristech.com.