Name of the Organization : National Emergency Management Agency
Type of Facility : Basic Home Assessment
Country : Bahamas
Website : https://www.bahamas.gov.bs/wps/porta…vZ0FBIS9nQSEh/
Basic Home Assessment :
This service is provided to assist in the standardized collection of information about damage to homes of Bahamian home owners resulting from disasters.
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Note: This is a secondary assessment. The primary assessment is undertaken by the relevant Government Agencies.
Eligibility :
Bahamian home owners who do not have home insurance.
Process :
** Complete assessment form.
** Submit supporting documents.
** Submit completed form and supporting documents to NEMA’s Office in Nassau or on The Family Islands to the Administrator’s office.
** The documents will be reviewed by NEMA then sent to relevant agencies to assist with assessment.
If the assessment form is being submitted from the Family Islands, there is a requirement for the Administrator’s stamp of approval in collaboration with the Department of Social Services and The Ministry of Works on the particular Island.
Application Form(s) :
The Assessment Form can be collected at the National Emergency Management Agency.
Supporting Documents:
** Completed Application Form.
** Valid copy of passport or NIB card.
Turn-around time :
This is a rapid assessment to assist in expediting the door to door assessment. The time varies based on severity of event.
Deadline :
This form must be completed by the homeowner within 72 hours of the disaster.
Related Fee(s) :
There are no applicable fees for this service.
For more information please contact :
National Emergency Management Agency
Ground Floor,
Churchill Building
Rawson Square
Nassau
New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel. (242)-322-6081/5
Fax. (242)-326-5456
Email. nema [AT] bahamas.gov.bs
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, Except on Public Holidays
FAQs :
Does The Bahamas encourage Joint Ventures?
International Investors are encouraged to establish joint ventures with Bahamian partners. The choice of such Bahamian partners is in the absolute discretion of the investor.
What Areas are reserved for Bahamians?
** Wholesale and Retail Operations;
** Commission Agencies engaged in the import / export trade;
** Real Estate and Domestic Property Management Agencies;
** Domestic newspapers and magazine publications;
** Domestic advertising and public relations firms;
** Security Services;
** Domestic distribution of building supplies;
** Construction companies, except for special structures for which international expertise is required;
** Personal cosmetic / beauty establishment;
** Shallow-water scale – fish, crustacea; mollusks and sponge-fishing operations;
** Auto and Appliance service operations;
** Public Transportation inclusive of locally solicited charter boat tours;
** Landscaping;
Who is the Director of Investments?
The Director of Investments is Mrs. Joy Jibrilu. The Acting Deputy Director of Investments is Ms. Bianca V. Beneby
How do I establish a business in The Bahamas?
An international investor seeking to do business in The Bahamas should submit to the Bahamas Investment Authority a Project Proposal, along with supporting documents.
Do you have Project Proposal Guidelines?
Yes.
Am I eligible for Annual or Permanent Residence?
Accelerated consideration of application for Permanent Residence will be given to:
i) Major International Investors; and
ii) Fit and proper owners of residence valued at $1,500,000.00 or more.