Seismic Rehabilitation Grant Program (OR)

The Seismic Rehabilitation Grant Program (SRGP) in Oregon supports funding for the seismic upgrades of critical public buildings, focusing on public schools and emergency service facilities. Eligible applicants include public K-12 school districts and first responder buildings like fire and police stations. The grant can provide up to $2.5 million for eligible projects, ensuring buildings remain safe and functional in the event of a seismic event.

NOTE: Applications will be evaluated by a statutorily designated grant committee, which represents the education sector, emergency services, local government, and other state agencies. The committee makes award recommendations to Business Oregon.
The Seismic Rehabilitation Grant Program (SRGP) is a state of Oregon competitive grant program that provides funding for the seismic rehabilitation of critical public buildings, particularly public schools and emergency services facilities.
Funding
Buildings with a mix of eligible and ineligible uses can be considered if an entity pays for the ineligible portion of the project. Eligible projects can apply for as much as $2.5 million through the SRGP.​

Eligibility

Public K‐12 school districts, community colleges, and education service districts are eligible for the grant program. For emergency services facilities, the emphasis is on first responder buildings.This includes hospital buildings with acute inpatient care facilities, fire stations, police stations, sheriff's offices, 9‐1‐1 centers, and Emergency Operations Centers.​Eligible activities include:Structural improvements including non-structural;
Architecture and engineering; and
Project management.

Ineligibility

Ineligible activities include:Demolition/rebuild or new construction; and
Solely non-structural projects (e.g. chimney removal/bracing).