Over 5.2 million PLN to rebuild Podkarpacie infrastructure

20 March 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

Podkarpackie local governments receive 5.2 million PLN to finish storm and flood repairs. This funding closes a multi-year recovery effort.

Podkarpackie local governments will receive 5.2 million PLN to finish rebuilding after storms and flash floods. Governor Teresa Kubas-Hul announced the payout at a press briefing today.

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Where the 5.2 million PLN will go

The funding of 5,244,538.36 zł comes from the state budget reserve. Dynów will receive over 2.1 million zł for five road and pavement projects. Pawłosiów will get over 1.1 million zł for road repairs and culvert works. Tarnowiec will use about 1.25 million zł on bridges, a community hall and a stadium. Iwierzyce will get nearly 448 thousand zł for a road renovation. Świlcza will receive over 240 thousand zł for road work and school rooms. In addition, all municipalities that filed correct applications qualified for support. Moreover, officials said the money targets tasks delayed by technical work and pending permits.

This closes the rebuilding process

Officials say the 2025 grant will complete the multi-year reconstruction. The region suffered heavy damage across 2024 and 2025. In 2024 a severe hailstorm hit Harta. It damaged roofs, facades and crops. Consequently, roads also suffered. In 2025 a flash flood struck Pawłosiów. It flooded about 150 homes and farm buildings. Infrastructure such as sewage systems and local roads broke. Therefore, local services faced long disruptions. Moreover, storms and fires also hit Strzyżów and Chłopice. As a result, emergency services logged hundreds of responses.

More than 26 million PLN allocated for recovery

Between 2024 and 2025 the state allocated over 26.2 million zł for the voivodeship. Consequently, authorities will deliver 126 projects across the region. The work covers roads, bridges and public buildings. In addition, funds will pay for drainage and land protection. However, officials noted some 2025 tasks lagged due to administrative decisions. Therefore, they set a deadline to finish remaining works by the end of 2026.

Why this matters for expats

Road and bridge repairs improve daily commutes and property access. Moreover, restored school rooms mean fewer education disruptions for children. Expats who own property should track local works closely. In addition, keep all repair invoices for insurance or municipal claims. Contact your municipal office (urząd gminy) or the mayor (wójt/burmistrz) for local support. Also note that some aid processes require a PESEL number (national ID number) or a Polish bank account. Finally, liaise with your insurer early to avoid delays.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If you suffered damage, report it to your gmina (municipal office) immediately. Keep photos and receipts. Apply for any municipal or state aid through the local office. In addition, check whether you need a PESEL (Polish ID number) or other documentation. Also note that institutions like ZUS handle social insurance claims (ZUS is Poland’s social insurance institution) and NFZ manages public healthcare (NFZ runs the public health fund). Therefore, expats without strong Polish still can get help via translated forms or local NGO assistance.

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