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🛡️ Safety & Disaster Open

Disaster Victim Support and Disaster Certificate Application

💡 The Bottom Line

If your house is damaged in a disaster, take photos first and apply for a Disaster Certificate. It is a crucial document needed to apply for support grants and tax reductions.

🗓 5W1H Overview

👤 Who

People whose houses, etc., in Ota City have been damaged by a disaster

📋 What

Applying for a Disaster Certificate and using various disaster victim support systems based on it

⏰ When

As soon as possible after the damage occurs (some support systems have application deadlines)

📍 Where

Ota City Hall, Building Guidance Division / Crisis Management Division (TEL: 0276-47-1111)

❗ Why

To officially certify the extent of damage, allowing support grants, tax reductions, and insurance claims to proceed smoothly

📝 How

1. Take photos of the damaged areas → 2. Contact City Hall → 3. City staff conducts an on-site investigation → 4. Disaster Certificate is issued → 5. Apply for each support system

⏱ Issuance of Disaster Certificate: 1 to 4 weeks from application (varies by extent of damage)

📖 Easy Explanation

If your house is damaged or flooded due to an earthquake, typhoon, or flood, you can apply for a "Disaster Certificate (り災証明書)" to receive various types of support.

[What is a Disaster Certificate?] It is an official document issued by the city that certifies the extent of damage to your house. It is required when applying for mortgage reductions, condolence money, and other support systems.

[Where to Apply] Ota City Hall, Building Guidance Division or Crisis Management Division 📞 Phone: 0276-47-1111 (Main) → Ask for the relevant division

[Potential Support Available]

Livelihood Recovery Support Grant for Disaster Victims (Up to ¥3,000,000)
Ota City Disaster Condolence Money
Mortgage repayment grace period
City tax reduction

If you suffer damage, please take photos first and contact City Hall as soon as possible.

✅ Checklist

Take photos of the damaged areas (every corner of the room, outer walls, roof, etc.)
Be sure to take photos before repairs. They serve as evidence for the certificate application

Required
Report the damage to City Hall (0276-47-1111)
Just explaining the situation over the phone is fine

Required
If you have a mortgage, consult your financial institution about a repayment grace period
There are repayment grace period systems during disasters

Optional

👥 Who Qualifies

Those whose houses were damaged by earthquakes, typhoons, floods, etc.
Those who need a Disaster Certificate
Those who want to apply for Livelihood Recovery Support for Disaster Victims

❓ FAQ

Can I get a Disaster Certificate even if it is only partially damaged?

Yes. Certificates are issued even for "partial damage." Please apply first.

Can I still apply if I have already repaired it?

You can apply if you have photos taken before the repairs. Be sure to take photos before repairing.

I live in a rental property. Can I apply?

House investigations are generally applied for by the owner, but depending on the damage, tenants can also apply. Please check with City Hall.

📎 Related Procedures

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