Facade Grant Incentive Program

Update: this program is not currently active for the 2020-21 fiscal year.

Program Guidelines

Bringing History Back to Downtown Storefronts

View the guidelines (PDF) last amended November 2018.

Background

The Façade Incentive Grant Program is developed by the Design Committee of Charlevoix Main Street (CMS).

Program Purpose

The grant program was created to encourage private investment in historic facades by providing financial incentives. Historically sensitive rehabilitation and dramatic improvement of facades in downtown Charlevoix will encourage good design that will serve as quality examples to preserve the architectural character that is distinctive to Charlevoix. By improving the appearance of the building facades, the Program helps to improve the economic viability of the downtown.

Source of Funding

This program is funded by Charlevoix Main Street DDA. The number of projects receiving grants in a fiscal year is based on program budget, with a new funding cycle beginning April 1. Grants are awarded biannually in August and January if funds are available.

Amount Available

None at this time.

Grant Timing

n/a

Applications, Maps,  & Exhibits

View:

• District Map (Exhibit A) (PDF)
• Facade Grant Incentive Program Application (PDF)
• Rating Scale (Exhibit B) (PDF)
• Secretary of Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation (Exhibit C)