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Downtown Upper Floor Housing Grant

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Overview

Downtown Upper Floor Housing Grant

Funder: City of Beloit (Downtown Beloit Association program)

Geographic Scope: Downtown Beloit, Wisconsin

Program Purpose: Create additional housing units in downtown Beloit while preserving economic vitality and historic character by funding property owners to develop housing space in upper floors of eligible structures.

Eligibility:

  • Downtown property owners with eligible structures

  • Projects must involve creating housing in upper floors of buildings

    • Key Requirements:

  • Matching funds required from applicant

  • Grant funding covers a percentage of project costs (specific percentage determined per application)

    • Program Status: Active as of February 2024

    Award Examples: In spring 2024, the City of Beloit awarded $363,010 in total grant funds to six property owners, resulting in 13 new apartment units

    Contact Information:

  • Name: Shauna El-Amin, Executive Director of Downtown Beloit Association

  • Email: shauna@downtownbeloit.com

  • Address: 100 State Street, Beloit, WI 53511

  • Phone: 608-364-6610

    • Additional Resources:

  • Program details, eligibility, and application: www.beloitwi.gov/tifhousing

    • How to Apply

    How to Apply

    Application Process:
    1. Review program details and project eligibility requirements at www.beloitwi.gov/tifhousing
    2. Attend informational session (virtual sessions held periodically - check website for schedule)
    3. Submit grant application with project proposal
    4. Demonstrate matching funds capability

    Required Information:

  • Property location and description

  • Project scope and timeline

  • Matching funds commitment

  • Housing unit specifications

    • Contact for More Information:

  • Shauna El-Amin

  • Email: shauna@downtownbeloit.com

  • Phone: 608-364-6610

    • Website for Details:

  • www.beloitwi.gov/tifhousing

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