(A) To be eligible for a grant under this program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
(1) Properties must be zoned for a business use and be within the Florence Main Street Overlay District or other eligible areas identified on Exhibit A of Ord. O-22-2023.
(2) Applicants must be the property owners or tenants. Tenants must obtain written approval from the property owner for proposed work. Applicants must provide a copy of the lease with their application. Applicants without a long-term lease may have their grant approval denied.
(3) Properties and businesses must be current on all city taxes and fees, and have no recorded code citations or liens.
(4) Properties and businesses must comply with all applicable state and local laws and regulations regarding licenses and permits.
(5) Properties must be at least 25 years old.
(6) Businesses may not have more than 30 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) employees per location.
(7) Businesses are eligible for only one grant per calendar year.
(8) Properties must be in good standing with the City of Florence and have no code violations or recorded liens.
(Ord. O-22-2023, passed 8-8-23)