The 50% Rule: Ineligible Costs

Not all costs are eligible for inclusion in the 50% Rule. Although certain costs are not included in the 50% Rule calculation to determine whether the facility is eligible for replacement, the costs may be eligible for Public Assistance funding subject to all other eligibility requirements.

The numerator does not include costs associated with:The denominator does not include costs associated with:
  • Upgrades of non-damaged elements even if required by codes or standards (e.g., elevation of an entire facility triggered by repair)
  • Demolition beyond that which is essential to repair the damaged elements
  • Site work
  • Soft costs
  • Contents
  • Hazard mitigation measures
  • Emergency Work
  • Demolition
  • Site work
  • Soft costs
  • Contents
  • Hazard mitigation measures
  • Emergency Work