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Activate Uptown Storefront Improvement Grant

APPLICANT INFORMATION

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Name(Required)
Address(Required)

PROPERTY INFORMATION

Address(Required)

PROPERTY OWNERSHIP

If applicant is not the property owner, please provide the following information:
Owner's Name(s)(Required)
Owner's Mailing Address(Required)

PROJECT INFORMATION

Is this project part of a larger effort (e.g., interior renovations, full building redevelopment)?(Required)
Please describe the proposed use of grant funds (500 words max).
Not all projects will require an architect or designer. For smaller improvements (such as paint, signage, or awnings), applicants may instead provide photos, sketches, or manufacturer spec sheets that clearly show the proposed work. If you are working with an architect or designer, please provide their contact information below. If you do not currently have one, you may request assistance in connecting with local professionals.
Name of Contact
If you do not currently have an architect, would you like help finding one?

Submission Checklist

The following items must accompany this application (as applicable):

Certification of Applicant

I certify that the information provided in this application, including all required attachments, is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I further acknowledge that the submitted materials will define the official project scope, and that any changes to this scope must receive prior approval from the Uptown Storefront Improvement Advisory Committee to remain eligible for grant funding.
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Upload Required Files Here

Please upload the following supporting materials with your application. Files must be clear, legible, and accurately represent your project. Accepted file types: PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, DOC, DOCX, XLS, XLSX (as specified by each category).
Drop files here or
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 5.
    Upload up to 5 photos showing the current storefront or façade. Include both wide shots (to show the building in context) and close-ups (to highlight specific areas to be improved).
    Drop files here or
    Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, jpg, jpeg, png, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 3.
      Please upload two contractor estimates for the proposed work. If you plan to complete the work yourself, upload one contractor estimate for a comparable scope along with a DIY cost breakdown showing your anticipated expenses (materials, labor, etc.).
      Drop files here or
      Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, Max. file size: 15 MB, Max. files: 3.
        Please upload drawings, renderings, or material samples that clearly show the proposed improvements. Include details such as materials, colors, dimensions, and locations of improvements. For signage, lighting, furniture, or awnings, you may upload manufacturer spec sheets or photos in place of architectural drawings.
        Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, Max. file size: 10 MB.
        Please upload a simple site plan that shows the number of tables and chairs and their placement on the sidewalk or outdoor area. Hand-drawn layouts are acceptable as long as they are clear, legible, and drawn to scale.
        Max. file size: 50 MB.
        Upload a signed Property Owner Consent Form verifying that the property owner approves the proposed improvements and grant application. A sample consent form is available for download on the program webpage.