Façade Improvement Program Created in St Paul

The St Paul Development Corporation in cooperation with the City of St Paul are proud to announce the creation of a program intended to help aid in the redevelopment and rehabilitation of commercial property facades within St Paul.

Under the Façade Improvement Program property owners or tenants are eligible to apply for grants equal to one-half of the cost of eligible façade redevelopment activities such as window replacement, awning additions, painting, or other restoration of original architectural features.

The commercial property must lie in the designated redevelopment area of the City of St Paul to be eligible for assistance.

The façade program was allocated a budget amount of $25,000 from the Economic Development Sales Tax Fund and will feature a year-long cycle, or until funds are expended from the program.Currently the maximum award amount is $5,000 per storefront.

These funds are awarded to create the positive impact that individual façade renovation can have on the overall appearance and image of a business district, and will also improve the attractiveness of the community to outsiders looking to spend money in or relocate to.

For more program information and application guidelines contact Mike at the St Paul Development Corporation: stpauldevcorp@charterinternet.com