Façade grants for commercial properties

The purpose of this program is to provide assistance for improving both the interior and exterior of commercial buildings to increase occupancy.

Eligibility

Any commercial building within any Redevelopment Area, providing the building has permitted uses.

Eligible projects

The intent of the grant is for visible improvements to the exterior façade with the following improvements:

Exterior improvements

• Removal of a false facade
• Pressure cleaning
• Painting, masonry and stucco repair, and replacement woodwork.
• New windows/doors or replacements
• Signs & Awnings
• Landscaping, planters and exterior lighting
• Roof repair

Interior Improvements

• Demolition of partitions for renovations
• Plumbing, electrical, and AC/HV including duct work
• Carpentry, rough and finish

Project funding

Property owners are eligible to be reimbursed one time for 50% of the cost of professional contracted labor for each storefront address with a maximum grant of $5,000 with an overall maximum of $10,000 per property that contains multiple addresses.