The municipality of Saint-Romain-le-Puy wishes to record homes that have suffered damage potentially linked to the drought. Reports of cracks, subsidence, or deformations are essential for the town to compile a file with state services. The aim is to obtain recognition of a natural disaster status for drought/soil rehydration, related to ground movements.
Affected homeowners are advised to first contact their insurance company to understand the claim declaration procedures. Then, to report damage to the town hall, a specific form must be completed, accompanied by photos of the damage. This file must be submitted at the town hall reception or sent by mail, no later than December 31, 2026.
The request for natural disaster status recognition will be examined by state services. The submission of a file by the municipality does not guarantee automatic recognition. The state's decision, expected in 2027, will be published in the Official Journal. If recognized, affected individuals must declare to their insurance company within 30 days of the decree's publication.
It is recommended to keep all documents useful for the file's processing, such as photos of the damage, invoices, quotes, and correspondence with the insurer. Expert reports are also valuable for the natural disaster classification request.
