The Hualien County government established the “0403 Earthquake Disaster Joint Service Center” on the 8th, and the rental subsidy for disaster victims is now open for application. For households with up to 3 residents, the subsidy is 8,000 yuan per month, with an additional 2,000 yuan for each extra person, and the maximum subsidy is 18,000 yuan. County Magistrate Xu Chen-Wei stated that there are currently more than 1,400 households unable to live in their homes. As long as there is evidence of residence, they are eligible to apply. The county government is actively looking for available housing and will focus on long-term planning towards building affordable housing units.
According to the reports from the Epoch Times on April 8, 2024, the Hualien County government in Taiwan established the “0403 Earthquake Disaster Joint Service Center” on the 8th to provide assistance to victims of the earthquake. The center is now accepting applications for rental subsidies for households affected by the disaster. The subsidy starts at 8,000 yuan per month for households with up to 3 residents, with an additional 2,000 yuan for each additional member, up to a maximum of 18,000 yuan. County Magistrate Xu Chen-Wei mentioned that there are more than 1,400 households currently unable to reside in their homes due to the earthquake. Eligible households just need to provide proof of residence to apply for the subsidy. The county government is actively seeking housing options and will focus on long-term planning for the construction of affordable housing units.
The establishment of the “0403 Earthquake Disaster Joint Service Center” by the Hualien County government signifies a crucial step in assisting those affected by the earthquake. With the opening of applications for rental subsidies for disaster victims, families with up to 3 members can receive 8,000 yuan per month, with additional funds available for more members, up to a maximum of 18,000 yuan. County Magistrate Xu Chen-Wei emphasized that the county is dedicated to helping the more than 1,400 households currently unable to live in their homes. Applicants are only required to provide evidence of their residence to be eligible for the subsidy. The county government is actively searching for housing solutions and planning for the construction of affordable housing complexes in the long term.