Private Property Debris Removal Program

Starting on December 12, Henderson County property owners impacted by Hurricane Helene, who do not have debris removal insurance, may apply to have qualified disaster debris removed from their property at no cost through the Private Property Debris Removal (PPDR) Program. The program also covers the demolition of eligible unsafe structures.

Henderson County property owners (unincorporated areas and cities) impacted by Hurricane Helene, have two options for debris removal.  

1 - Right of Way (ROW) Debris Pickup

Debris from your property that you can get to the right of way (next to the roadway without obstructing traffic, garbage cans, mailboxes or utility structures) is being picked up in all areas of the county on an ongoing basis. There is no cost for this debris pickup and you do not need to apply. There will be multiple rounds of pickup, so you do not have to have all your debris to the right of way immediately.

2 - Private Property Debris Removal (PPDR) and Demolition 

Owners who cannot take their debris to the right of way (ROW) for pickup and who do not have debris removal insurance or have inadequate debris removal insurance, may apply to have qualified disaster debris removed from their property for FREE through the Private Property Debris Removal (PPDR) Program. The program also covers the demolition of eligible unsafe structures.

What types of debris and demolition are eligible under the PPDR program?

  • Removal of hazardous limbs, trees, or other mixed debris caused by Hurricane Helene that is near a commonly used area or maintained areas of a property.
  • Removal of debris impacting a waterway.
  • The demolition and removal of a structure that is a health hazard, deemed unfit/unsafe, and may not be recoverable, or is in threat of collapse. This may include concrete slabs.

What is NOT eligible under the program?

  • Debris on vacant lots, unimproved property, and unused or unmaintained areas.
  • Debris on land used primarily for agricultural purposes, such as land for crops or livestock.

What is an ROE and why would I need to submit one?

A Right of Entry (ROE) form, signed by all property owners, is legally required before contractors providing PPDR and/or demolition can access the owner’s private property. A right-of-entry is a voluntary document. Your land is private, and it is your decision to grant access. You may withdraw from the program at any time prior to the start of debris removal or demolition activities on your property.

Where do I go to apply? 

To see if you are eligible for debris removal or demolition of unsafe structures on your property, visit The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at 2111 Asheville Highway, Hendersonville NC.

DebrisTech representatives will be at the DRC the following dates in December:

  • Tuesday, Dec. 17 - 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, Dec. 19 - 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, Dec. 21 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Starting January 4, DebrisTech will be at the DRC on a Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday schedule. 

Debris Removal Required Documents

  1. State ID
  2. Tax Bill or PVA Card
  3. Drawing of property with debris location
  4. Utility bill from time of event (Gas, Water, Power)
  5. Marriage or divorce decree if last name on property and State ID do not match

If an applicant had insurance at the time of the event, we will need one of the following:

  • Insurance declaration page
  • Insurance settlement page
  • Insurance denial page

Lessee: Will need a notarized copy of lease

Agent: Will need a notarized letter from the owner saying they have their permission to sign on their behalf for the address in question.

Executor of Estate, Inheritance, Power of Attorney: Will need to provide court documents of POA, naming of Executor, or Will with death certificate.

Demolition Required Documents

  1. State ID
  2. Property Deed
  3. Tax Bill or PVA Card
  4. Utility Bill from time of event (Gas, Water, Power)
  5. Drawing of property with buildings and debris located
  6. Mortgage Number, if applicable
  7. Letter from mortgage company acknowledging Demolition request if applicable
  8. Marriage or divorce decree if last name on property and State Id do not match

If an applicant had insurance at the time of the event they will need one of the following:

  • Insurance declaration page
  • Insurance settlement page
  • Insurance denial page

Lessee: Can not sign as Lessee for Demo- They will need one of the following documents.

Agent: Will need a notarized letter from owner stating they have their permission to sign on their behalf for the address in question.

Executor of Estate, Inheritance, Power of Attorney: Will need to provide court documents of POA, naming of Executor, or Will with death certificate.

Questions? 

For more information, call 501-604-6453

Please remember that debris removal will be a lengthy process and we appreciate everyone’s collaboration as we begin cleaning our homes and communities.