The Town of Olathe is pleased to announce that it has received a Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI) grant from the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA).
Donor Name: Town of Olathe
State: Colorado
Town: Olathe
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/02/2024
Size of the Grant: Less than $1000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
This grant is intended to support the revitalization of our Main Street and bolster local retail businesses.
Funding Information
Up to $10,000
Eligible Improvements
Include, but are not limited to:
- Awning repair, replacement, removal or addition
- Removal and replacement of existing business sign(s), or new signs
- Façade improvements include, but not limited to:
- Storefront repairs or upgrades, including entryway doors
- Window repair or replacement
- Façade alteration
- Rehabilitation of historic features of building
- Cleaning of façade materials, painting, brick pointing and other façade improvements
- Modifications to improve accessibility to business
- Other improvements with a proven economic benefit or significant return to historical context.
- Roof and foundation work will not be considered for grant funding at this time.
Eligibility Criteria
- All businesses in the 200 and 300 blocks of Olathe’s Main Street and retail businesses along Highway 50 Business Loop.
- Tenants must have at least two years remaining on their lease with the property owner and have the property owner’s written permission approvals to apply.
- A property owner of multiple properties may apply for grant funds for each owned property with separate grant applications, and each application may not exceed $10,000 total project cost. (Total project cost includes applicant’s 25% match.)
For more information, visit Town of Olathe.
