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Blue Acres

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Blue Acres

Application for Blue Acres Acquisition

While the offer application is a key element in buyouts, it is a non-binding, expression of interest on the part of the seller and is not a commitment on the part of the State of New Jersey to buy the property.

Apply via this web form or you can print the application and mail it to Blue Acres.

For application help or general information: (609) 940-4140 or blueacres@njdepwptest.net

A. Owner Information

Property Owner's Name(Required)
Is there more than one owner?
If there is more than one person listed on the recorded official deed of ownership, then provide that second person's name. Common co-owners include family members such as parents, children, siblings, or spouses (or former spouses members, in certain cases).
Co-Owner's Name
Please indicate relationship of individual(s) listed on deed
Property Owner's Mailing Address
If applicable, check if the property is owned by a(n)

B. Affected Property Information

Property Address(Required)
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While the asking price is a key element in the evaluation of this property, it is non-binding, and is not a commitment on the part of the State of New Jersey to pay this amount should this property be selected for buyout.
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Was this property someone's primary residence at the time of the last flood event?
If yes, what type?
Were there any structures located on the property at the time of the last flood?
If yes, what type of structure?
Please enter a number greater than or equal to 2.
Please provide the following information, which is available from your most recent tax bill(s).
Block (omit leading zeroes)
Lot (omit leading zeroes)
 
If you do not have a copy of your tax bill, you can also look up your block and lot by pasting the following web address into a new browser window: { https://newjersey.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=3a4290e1b3d64094a8b8a127965ab43a }. Instructions for how to use this mapping tool are on the right side panel. Use the address search tool to look up your property's address. The map will zoom in to the property. Click on the highlighted parcel, and an info box will pop up, which will show the block and lot of the property. The block and lot information will also appear underneath the search bar where you typed the property address.
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Please use this flood zone map website to help you determine which FEMA flood zone your home or building is in. Copy the web address below and paste it into a new browser window or tab so you don't lose your progress on this application form.

https://njdep.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=e26feba3b4844e5d960d3163b23623f2

Flood Zone for your Building
PLEASE SELECT THE FIRST CHOICE THAT ACCURATELY DESCRIBES YOUR FLOOD ZONE. If there is more than one building on your property, do not count sheds, detached garages, etc. Please give the Flood Zone for buildings that people live in or work in, ONLY.
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A vacant lot has never had buildings on it, or used to have buildings that were torn down.
Are there any leases, rental agreements, easements, or deed restrictions affecting the property?
Does the property have any mortgages or liens? Is the property subject to any pending litigation?
If the property has a mortgage, is it in forbearance, pre-foreclosure, or foreclosure?
Have you ever applied here or elsewhere to sell this property for preservation? (This includes Green Acres, Sandy-Blue Acres, a County or local buyout program, or any other NJDEP program) Have you ever applied for a publicly-sponsored elevation program? (This includes elevation via your county, OEM, FMA, DCA-MAP, HARP, or other program)
Please provide your Green Acres or Blue Acres application number (4 or 5 digits); OR provide your Sandy-Blue Acres number (8 or more digits); OR indicate that you previously used this Blue Acres Online Application.
Do you have a completed elevation certificate?
Is the property insured with a flood insurance policy under the National Flood Insurance Program?
Note 1) If you have a WYO policy issued by a private insurance company but underwritten by the NFIP, then you have NFIP insurance. Note 2) Private Flood Insurance and Homeowner's Insurance are NOT the same thing.
Please provide your NFIP policy number and your policy expiration date.
Have you received a flood claim payment from the National Flood Insurance Program?
Have you pursued, or are you pursuing, any subdivision or development approvals on the property?
Is the property currently listed for sale with a real estate agent?
If yes, please provide the agent's name and phone #

C. Representative Information

Only complete this section if you want someone other than yourself to be the primary contact
Do you authorize a person to act as your representative in all matters pertaining to this application?
Name of Representative
Representative's Address
Signature of Representative

D. Optional Attachments

Please provide copies of the following documents, if available
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          If photos provided, do you consent to Blue Acres using them for educational and marketing purposes?
          Note: The decision to grant or withhold permission to share these images will not influence Blue Acres grant funding decisions regarding the buyout of your property in any way. Address or owner name will not be shared with photos. Permission may be rescinded at any time by emailing BlueAcres@njdepwptest.net.
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            Your town may have sent you an official letter called a Substantial Damage Declaration or Substantial Damage Determination (SDD). Your town or your flood insurer may have sent you a letter informing you that your property was designated a Repetitive Loss (RL) or Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL).
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              Other Attachments
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              Max. file size: 500 MB.

                E. Owner Certification

                Certification Statement(Required)
                Signature of Owner (Applicant)(Required)
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                Signature of Owner (Co-Applicant)(Required)
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                Created: July 13th, 2022