Pursuant to 44 C.F.R. 206.203(d)(1); funding for improved projects is limited to the Federal share of the approved estimate of eligible costs; or actual costs; whichever is lessThe PA Guide notes FEMA may adjust its contribution if the approved costs exceeded the original estimate and costs can be separately documented.FEMA approved the improved project and capped funding.The costs requested are for work related to the improvements; rather than eligible work under the PW.Thus; the costs are the responsibility of the Applicant.

44 C.F.R. §§ 206.201(j) and 206.203(d)(1).PA Guide; at 29 and 110.HeadnotesPursuant to 44 C.F.R. 206.203(d)(1); funding for improved projects is limited to the Federal share of the approved estimate of eligible costs; or actual costs; whichever is lessThe PA Guide notes FEMA may adjust its contribution if the approved costs exceeded the original estimate and costs can be separately documented.FEMA approved the improved project and capped funding.The costs requested are for work related to the improvements; rather than eligible work under the PW.Thus; the costs are the responsibility of the Applicant.