The arduous task of rebuilding the Back Bay after the deadly Marathon Monday attacks is under way but could be a tall task for businesses as many are not covered by insurance, because the damage was from a terror attack.
"There is no insurance for terrorism for these businesses," said City Councilor Michael Ross, who represents the Back Bay. "We're talking weeks, possibly months, with no income for some of these businesses."
The bombs struck in the heart of one of the city's busiest retail and business centers, shuttering bars, restaurants and stores, while investigators sift through the wreckage. Some businesses may be beyond repair, but the full extent of damage is not yet known.
Marathon Sports, Forum restaurant and a Lens Crafters store appear to have sustained heavy destruction, while the Charlesmark Hotel may have fire, smoke and blast damage.
"We don't yet know the structural condition of any of the buildings," Ross said.
He's been working with a variety of city agencies to help business owners and will seek aid for those not covered.
Terrorism coverage is optional and most small businesses do not have it, said Robert Hartwig, president of the New York-based Insurance Information Institute.
"Most businesses would have coverage for such things as fire, smoke and explosions, and the business interruption coverage that goes along with that," Hartwig said. "But not all businesses buy (separate) business interruption coverage."
Even if they do, for terrorism coverage to take effect, the federal government must certify an event meets the formal definition of terrorism, which has yet to be done in this case. In addition insured losses must exceed $5 million, Hartwig said.
David Sapers, owner of Sugar Heaven at 669 Boylston St., which was damaged by the first bomb, said he's still waiting for answers from city officials.
"They didn't know when they're going to release our area," he said. "We'd love to have the city step in and cover our losses."
Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino yesterday issued a notice to impacted residents and businesses about the city's plan for reopening Boylston Street and the surrounding area. The street will reopen slowly but the hardest hit areas could remain closed for weeks as the FBI probe continues. Information is on the city's website at www.cityofboston.gov.
"We believe that some blocks may be ready to open more quickly than others," Menino's letter said.
Ross said the historic Trinity Church has been lent space by Temple Israel, but most businesses have been left without many options. He's exploring federal, state and city aid possibilities as well as setting up a fund to help.
"The Back Bay businesses definitely need the support from the rest of the community," Ross said.
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