The City of Rancho Palos Verdes offers a Commercial Storefront Improvement Program that provides up to a 50% matching grant to qualified businesses and property owners along the Western Avenue Commercial Corridor for the completion of storefront improvements.
Donor Name: City of Rancho Palos Verdes
State: California
City: Rancho Palos Verdes
Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants
Deadline: 10/31/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Funding Information
Three tiers of grant funding are available to applicants:
- Tier 1: To be used for non-architectural elements such as paint, signage, and awnings. The Program reimburses 50% of the Program Grantee’s cost up to a maximum grant amount of $5,000.
- Tier 2: May be used for all Tier 1 type improvements as well as additional significant storefront improvements including, but not limited to, structural upgrades, storefront tile or stone accents, complete window replacement, or upgrading entryways for ADA compliance. See Section II.C for a complete list of eligible improvements. The Program reimburses 50% of the Program Grantee’s costs up to a maximum grant amount of $10,000.
- Tier 3: Multiple tenant commercial buildings, consisting of three or more tenants, are eligible for the Program under Tier 3. Grant funds may be used for Tier 1 or Tier 2 type improvements. The Program reimburses 50% of the Program Grantee’s costs up to a maximum grant amount of $20,000.
Eligibility Criteria
Program Area
Properties eligible for the Program must be located in the Western Avenue Commercial Corridor, including properties zoned for commercial use located within the City of Rancho Palos Verdes along Western Avenue between Westmont Drive (on the north end) and the southerly City boundary just south of Summerland Street (on the south end).
Business Type
Applicants of the Program must be commercial businesses located within the Program Area. Franchises and chain retailers are eligible under the Program.
Improvements
Improvements assisted by the Program should enhance or restore the physical condition or appearance of the building. Proposed improvements must be visible from the street. Types of improvements include but are not limited to:
- Exterior paint
- Removal of old signs, awnings, and other exterior clutter
- Repair or replacement of exterior siding, stucco, or other exterior finishes
- Installation of new entry doors that meet ADA accessibility requirements
- Repair and replacement of windows
- Installation of awnings
- Installation of signs
- Installation of exterior lighting
- Installation of permanent landscaping
- Entire storefront re-facing
- Remediation of city and state code violations
- Construction of outdoor dining and gathering spaces
For more information, visit City of Rancho Palos Verdes.
