The 2023 Aurora Façade Improvement Matching Grant (FIMG) Program is now open and the City is accepting applications.
Donor Name: City of Aurora
State: Indiana
City: Aurora
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/24/2023
Size of the Grant: Up to $10,000
Details:
This program is intended to incentive rehabilitation of significant buildings in the City of Aurora and improve the overall appearance of the City. This can pay for things such as repainting or refinishing exterior siding, repairing windows, roofs and the like. Projects will be scored on the level of need for the project and the impacts it will have on the community.
The City of Aurora recognizes general maintenance and upkeep of property as vital to the local economy. This program incentives projects which improve the streetscape façade in the city of Aurora. In 2016, the city created the Downtown Strategic Revitalization Project and the Façade Improvement Matching Grant (FIMG) program to stimulate reinvestment and to polish the appearance of the historic downtown. In 2020, after a few years of success and noticeable investment downtown, the City expanded the program to include and encourage investment in the residential, Westside Neighborhood, and further expanded the program expanded limits in 2021 to make all properties in the city limits eligible for the grant award. The 2021 revisions also permitted structural repairs as eligible improvements if the repair is needed to save a structure of cultural and historic significance.
The FIMG Program is intended to encourage private investment in real property within the City and promote the City’s unique architecture and culture. Projects will be prioritized based on how the project impacts the greater community.
Funding Information
- The city will match up to 50% of the project expenses up to $10,000.
Eligible Activities
Eligible projects must improve either the exterior aesthetic appeal of the neighborhood or show a great need for saving a significant structure and generally includes:
- Façade Renovation & Repair
- Repairing or replacing design elements (e.g., cornices, entrances, doors, windows, and decorative detail) which meet the City of Aurora historic design guidelines, contact Indiana Landmarks for details, 812-926-0983.
- Masonry and Major structural repairs.
- Signage and/or Awnings.
- Roof repair or replacement within street level site range, Gutters, and Downspouts
- Other repairs that may improve the aesthetic quality of the building.
- New construction of a primary structure (if project includes demolition of an existing structure, the project will not be considered).
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be a resident of the City of Aurora.
- Applicant must be or must have written authorization from the property owner or be a legally contracted buyer.
- Must be submitted with a complete application.
- Project work must be an eligible activity.
For more information, visit City of Aurora.
