Interior Building Improvement Grant
$20,000
Grant
Description:
This is a matching reimbursement grant for interior renovations
Comments on Funding:
This is a matching reimbursement grant for interior renovations, up to 50% of project costs to a maximum of $20,000.
At he moment his program is no longer accepting applications.
Eligibility:
Eligible applications must answer yes to all of the following:
● Commercial unit is located on the main floor and facing the street.
● Commercial unit is located within a Business Improvement Area or other
Council-approved area.
● Commercial unit has been vacant for at least 6 months prior to applying to the
program, or has been underutilized over the last 3 years.
● Building is 20 years old or older.
● Construction work must not have begun on the project prior to applying and
being approved for the program.
● By the end of construction and for the length of the maintenance period,
windows and doors will not be covered by security bars or grills, rolling shutters
or doors, posters, large window appliques, vinyl wraps, or otherwise obscured. It
is important to clarify with your tenant that they can comply with this requirement.
● At the end of the project, the commercial unit will have a 2 year minimum lease
with a commercial tenant.
Application Steps:
All applicants must contact the Program Manager prior to submitting an
application package to discuss grant eligibility. See the Development Incentive
Program website for contact information.
● The Program Manager or a delegate will visit the site prior to the approval of an
application.
● Projects that have begun or are completed prior to signing a Development
Incentive Program Reimbursement Agreement are ineligible to receive a grant.
● Submit completed applications to:
Development Incentive Program Manager
Email: development.incentive@edmonton.ca
Documentation Needed:
Application package
Other Things to Note:
At he moment his program is no longer accepting applications.
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