(A) The applicant must be the owner of the property where the grant funds are to be applied.
(B) The applicant must demonstrate that it is currently engaged in improving an existing exterior building, that the applicant has incurred costs for which it is seeking reimbursement, and that the improvement of the existing building exterior is of architectural significance to both the structure and the streetscape.
(C) Only buildings in the area defined and set forth by map attached hereto will be eligible and the property location must be a commercial zone.
(D) The applicant/property owner must be in compliance with all city code of ordinances, building and fire codes. Applicant must also be current on all applicable taxes, licenses and permitting. Provided further, there shall be no mechanics liens attached to the property at the time of application and throughout all phases, including disbursement of payment.
(E) Only those property owners that submit complete and comprehensive applications will be eligible.
(F) Grant recipients may not apply for funds covering two (2) consecutive years; however, applicants can apply each year until awarded funds.
(G) Property owners shall not apply for multiple property locations in the same year.
(H) City employees and members serving on a city committee are not eligible to receive the grant.
(Ord. 2021-18, passed 11-8-21)