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A DISCUSSION ON AMENDING THE FACADE GRANT PROGRAM
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WHEREAS, Resolution #13-0486 created the Facade Improvement Incentive Grant Program for the Local Downtown Historic District and the National Register Historic District; and
WHEREAS, the Incentive Grant Program was amended by Resolution #20-1180 to include the Main Street Boundary; and
WHEREAS, the Incentive Grant Program was amended by Resolution #24-1183; and
WHEREAS, the Incentive Grant Program was amended to include the Main Street Boundary to the Foley Downtown Overlay District by Resolution #25-1349: and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend the Grant Program to include the proposed "Extended Downtown District" in an attempt to promote quality improvements within the immediate areas around the Foley Downtown Overlay District
CITY OF FOLEY FAÇADE GRANT PROGRAM
Program Manual & Administrative Guidelines
1. PROGRAM OVERVIEW & ELIGIBILITY
The City of Foley Façade Grant Program provides matching financial assistance for exterior appearance improvements to existing commercially zoned structures and businesses. The program aims to encourage downtown revitalization and historic preservation across designated commercial corridors.
1.1 Eligible Districts & Boundaries
Grant funding is available exclusively for properties located within the following mapped areas:
· Local Historic District
· National Register Historic District
· Foley Downtown Overlay District
· Extended Downtown District
Note: Program boundaries are subject to geographic adjustments via City Council action. Boundary maps and updates are maintained on the official City website
1.2 Property Eligibility Criteria
· Zoning: Projects must be located on commercially zoned property. Residential and Industrial properties are strictly excluded, with the exception of legally recognized mixed-use / joint-occupancy structures.
· Good Standing: The applicant, business entity, and property owner must be current on all municipal taxes, fees, ...
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