Berkeley homeowners can apply for up to $3,000 in city grants for earthquake retrofitting.
Berkeley officials remind homeowners that seismic retrofits can help prevent homes from sliding and collapsing during an earthquake.
Income-qualified households may receive a reimbursement for the full cost of a seismic upgrade to their home, while others may qualify for up to $3,000 to make their foundation more earthquake-resistant.
To qualify for a lottery and get these rebates, Berkeley homeowners can enroll in the state's rebate program. Earthquake Brace + Bolt before November 29.
Households with annual incomes below $72,080 may qualify for up to 100 percent of the cost of seismic retrofitting.
For more information, interested parties may contact (877) 232-4300.
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