The Façade Improvement Grant Program
The Façade Improvement Grant Program encourages local businesses to enhance storefronts/façades, promoting revitalization and economic development in the City of Aledo. This program aims to enhance the visual appeal of businesses, fostering a vibrant business environment in Aledo.
The program offers up to $10,000 in reimbursement for eligible improvements. It is a one-time matching grant program where private investment must equal or exceed the grant match. Incentives are payable upon successful completion of all improvements, and grants are made on an invoice-reimbursement basis only.
Funding & Eligibility
- Projects must be in designated eligible area and comply with zoning regulations.
- The applicant must complete an application and submit all requested documents.
- Must be a business currently operating at an existing location in the City of Aledo with a Certificate of Occupancy.
- Must not be delinquent in paying property taxes to the City for any property owned by the Applicant/Owner. Documentation provided through the Parker County Appraisal District.
- Must not have any City liens filed against any property owned by the Applicant/Owner, including but not limited to, weed liens, demolition liens, board-up/open structure liens, and/or paving liens.
- The applicant must provide proof of ownership or occupancy such as a lease or deed.
- If property is not owned by the tenant, the tenant must have signed lease at least (3) years prior and must provide a letter from the owner approving project.
- The program operates on a matching basis, reimbursing up to $10,000 per building for approved façade improvements.
- All necessary permits and approvals must be obtained before construction begins.
- Applicants must provide proof of expenditures, including invoices, bank statements, and final inspection reports.
- The façade improvements must have been completed within 12 months prior to application submission, with possible extensions upon request.
Eligible Improvements
- Signage;
- Painting;
- Siding;
- Brick/Stone/Masonry;
- Windows;
- Glass;
- Doors;
- Trim;
- Awnings; and
- Structural improvements.
Ineligible improvements
- Exterior improvements located on the sides or rear of Buildings;
- Interior improvements;
- Landscaping and/or vegetation;
- Parking lots and/or paving;
- Sidewalks;
- Equipment;
- Architectural, survey, or other professional fees; or
- Costs related to improvements not made on the Façade.
Projects will be selected based upon designs that meet the purpose and objectives of the Façade Improvement Program. Funding is limited and will be granted based on availability. The Aledo Economic Development Corporation is responsible for reviewing applications, making approval decisions, and determining the distribution amount.
Applications will be denied thirty (30) days after submission if all required documentation is not received by the City.
APPLICATION:
Façade Improvement Grant Program Application
REFERENCE DOCUMENTS