Emergency Housing Assistance
Overview
The Ministry provides emergency housing support to households displaced by storms, fires, and similar events. Support may include temporary accommodation and repair coordination.
Who can apply
- Bahamian residents displaced by an emergency event
- Households in immediate need of temporary housing
Required documents
- Valid identification
- Proof of residence at affected address
- Police or fire report (if applicable)
Application steps
- 1Contact the Ministry
Call (242) 302-5800 to report your situation.
- 2Initial assessment
A representative will gather details and direct you to support.
- 3Placement & follow-up
You will be placed in temporary accommodation where available.
Legislation & official sources
Everything on this page is drawn from Bahamian law and official government sources.
- NEMA — National Emergency Management Agency
Official disaster declarations, shelters and post-storm assistance.
- Bahamas Government Services Directory
Cross-agency directory of citizen services and requirements.
- Housing Act, Ch. 199
Establishes the Housing Department, insured mortgage loans and programme administration.
Support
Need help with housing or land services?
Our staff is available Monday through Friday to answer your questions about applications, eligibility, rentals, and land programmes.
Thompson Boulevard, PO Box N275
Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas