St. Louis officials have started inspecting tornado-damaged properties as part of a program to help residents repair, demolish or clear debris from homes affected by the May 16 storm.

The St. Louis Recovery Office and Department of Public Safety’s Building Division are assessing the properties as part of the STL Recovers property assistance program to determine which homes are eligible for aid.

The inspections are in addition to “continuing proactive inspection of unsafe structures that pose an imminent danger to public health,” officials said in a news release.

“These inspections are an essential step in delivering services to accelerate the long-term recovery our communities deserve, while keeping families safe,” said Julian Nicks, St. Louis' chief recovery officer, a position the

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