Storefront, Security, and Lighting Improvement Grant

Storefront, Security, and Lighting Improvement Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: City of Hillsboro, Oregon
Amount: Up to US $40,000
Last Updated: May 20, 2025

Summary

The Storefront, Security, and Lighting Improvement Grant assists Downtown Hillsboro commercial property owners in enhancing storefront designs and improving security through cameras and lighting. With a maximum grant of $40,000 and a required dollar-for-dollar match, the program aims to boost the aesthetic appeal of buildings, stimulate economic growth, attract investment, and foster community pride. This initiative focuses on visible improvements to increase overall attractiveness and safety in the downtown area.

Overview

Storefront, Security, and Lighting Improvement Grant The Storefront, Security, and Lighting Improvement Grant Programprovides assistance and incentives for Downtown Hillsboro commercial property owners to enhance the design and appearance of their storefront façades and/or provide for exterior security cameras and lighting. The program improves the appearance of commercial buildings in Downtown stimulates economic performance, attracts new investment, inspires community pride, and assists businesses. Purpose Improve the appearance and curb appeal of commercial buildings in Downtown Hillsboro to stimulate economic performance, attract new investment and inspire community pride. Maximum Grant Amount and Required Match Amount and Required Match: For each individual building structure, the maximum possible City grant award is $40,000. All project grants require a $1 to $1 match from the property or business owner, equaling at least 50% of the total project costs.

Eligibility

We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Grant Eligible Improvements: Commercial and mixed-use building exterior improvements only, including but not limited to: exterior rehabilitation and renovationpaintingpointingbrickmasonrywoodmetal and stucco repairarchitectural and retractable awnings (except those with tenant/business names part of the awning); business signs and graphics exterior and decorative lightingwindowsarchitectural designexterior security cameras and lighting

Ineligibility

Ineligible Projects: Any improvements not visible from the street or sidewalk except for security and lighting projectsprojects outside the City limitsnon-façade improvementsin-kind laborbusiness operation costs.