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Facade Improvement Program

Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Facade Improvement Program

Status: Currently unfunded

Geographic Scope: Walnut Hills Business District

Overview:
The Façade Improvement Program was created by the Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation to help strengthen the revitalization of the Walnut Hills Business District. The program serves as a pilot program for the revitalization effort of storefronts in Walnut Hills, with plans to expand afterwards.

Purpose:
The program offers grant funds to property and business owners to be matched by their equal or greater investment of private funds for the purpose of:

  • Restoring/renovating commercial storefronts

  • Replacing deteriorated or poor quality commercial signs and awnings

    • Specific Objectives:

  • Enhance the appearance of current storefront facades

  • Reduce vacancies in storefronts and upper floors

  • Expand worker, resident, and shopper populations in the Business District

  • Strengthen or restore the original character of historic buildings

  • Provide a catalyst for others to improve their buildings, signs, and awnings

    • Eligibility:

  • Property and business owners in the Walnut Hills Business District

  • A Program Committee evaluates applications to determine eligibility

    • Award Determination:
    Grant awards are made based on a set of criteria to projects determined to have the greatest impact on enhancing the targeted area.

    Contact:

  • Real Estate Development Officer: Joe Sandmann

  • Email: joe@walnuthillsrf.org

  • Phone: (513) 593-9473

    • Organization:
    Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation - a non-profit community development corporation working to enhance the quality of life in Walnut Hills

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Download the Facade Improvement Program application
    2. Complete all required information
    3. Submit completed application to:
    - Email: joe@walnuthillsrf.org
    - OR Call: (513) 593-9473 and ask for Real Estate Development Officer Joe Sandmann

    Note: For small business resources and assistance with planning, visit the foundation's website.

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    Fields of Work

    community-developmentsmall-businesses

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