With the cooperation of the building owner, tenants may apply for up to $3,500 for the purchase and installation of an awning or canopy.
Guidelines:
Awnings should reflect the overall façade organization of a building. Awnings should be located within the building elements which frame storefronts.
Important architectural details should not be concealed by awnings or canopies.
Awnings on a multiple-storefront building should be consistent in character, scale, and location, but need not be identical.
Awning shapes should relate to the shape of the facade's architectural elements. The use of traditionally shaped awnings is encouraged, when appropriate. Creative or unusually-shaped awnings should be designed with considerable care.
Canvas and fire-resistant acrylic are preferred awning materials. The use of vinyl or plastic as awning materials is discouraged, as are internally lit false awnings.
The online application process includes the submission of the following:
If you are a tenant, a letter from the landlord/property owner approving the proposed awning.
Awning design and specifications, if applicable, including a fabric/color sample.
Three quotes outlining the cost, description, photo and/or drawing of the desired awning. Each estimate should include the contractors Business name, contact person, address and phone number. The applicant should indicate their preferred vendor. If preferred vendor is not the lowest bidder, please explain why.
Current photographs showing the front, side and rear facades of the building.
Most recent IRS W-9 form.
Application and Review Process
Applications will open February 15, 2024
Each applicant will receive confirmation of application receipt within 5 days of submission
Oversight and approval committee will meet monthly to review and award grants on a rolling basis
Applicants will be notified in 30-45 days on the status of their grant application and request.
