Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program
The Legislative Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program (LPDM), also known as Pre-Disaster Mitigation Congressionally Directed Spending, provides federal funding for identified mitigation projects that reduce risk to people and property from future natural hazards. The program supports cost-effective measures that help communities lessen future disaster impacts and reduce reliance on federal disaster funding.
In Tennessee, TEMA supports eligible applicants by providing guidance, coordination, and technical assistance for projects identified for LPDM funding. Funding availability, project eligibility, deadlines, and requirements are determined by federal appropriations and program guidance.
Program Purpose
LPDM supports mitigation planning and projects that help communities reduce long-term risk before disasters occur. The program is intended to fund sustainable, cost-effective measures that reduce future losses from natural hazards and strengthen community resilience.
Unlike some competitive mitigation grant programs, LPDM funding is generally tied to specific projects identified through federal appropriations. Communities with projects identified for funding must apply in accordance with the applicable federal funding opportunity and program requirements.
What LPDM Can Support
LPDM may support eligible mitigation planning and project activities that reduce future risk from natural hazards. Depending on the project and federal requirements, eligible activities may include, but are not limited to:
- Hazard mitigation planning
- Flood risk reduction projects
- Infrastructure protection and retrofitting
- Drainage and stormwater improvements
- Safe rooms and protective measures
- Property acquisition, elevation, or relocation
- Other cost-effective activities that reduce long-term disaster risk
Projects must meet applicable federal eligibility requirements and support long-term hazard mitigation goals.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants may include state, local, tribal, and territorial governments with projects identified for funding through the applicable federal appropriations process. Individuals, businesses, and private nonprofit organizations cannot apply directly for LPDM funding.
Because LPDM is federally funded and tied to Congressionally Directed Spending, eligibility may vary by fiscal year, project listing, and federal guidance. Applicants should coordinate with TEMA to confirm project eligibility and application requirements.
How to Apply for LPDM
Applicants with projects identified for LPDM funding should coordinate with TEMA early to review requirements, confirm the application process, and prepare required documentation.
Application Process
LPDM funding is only available for projects identified through the applicable federal funding process. Applicants should confirm with TEMA that the project is eligible before beginning the application.
Applicants should review the current Notice of Funding Opportunity and any applicable federal requirements for the funding cycle.
TEMA will work with the applicant to review project information, discuss eligibility, and identify required documentation.
Applicants should prepare the required forms, project details, cost information, benefit-cost documentation, environmental and historic preservation information, and other supporting materials as applicable.
Applicants should submit the application through the required federal or state grant system in accordance with current guidance.
TEMA reviews submitted applications before forwarding selected applications for federal review. Applicants may be asked to provide additional information during the review process.