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BEFORE THE REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
RESOLUTION NO. ',
A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE JEFFERSONVILLE
FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Whereas, the Jeffersonville Redevelopment Commission
( "Commission ") desires to encourage visual improvements, historic
preservation and economic investment within the City of Jeffersonville, and
Whereas, the Commission believes such improvements are important to
attract new businesses and retain existing businesses; and
Whereas, the Commission has previously established and administered
the "The Jeffersonville Facade Improvement Program" for the purposes of
attracting new businesses and retaining existing businesses;
Now, Therefore It Is Hereby Resolved that the Commission hereby
confirms "The Jeffersonville Facade Improvement Program "; and
It Is Further Resolved that "The Jeffersonville Facade Improvement
Program" shall be implemented and administered by the Department of
Redevelopment with the approval of the Commission in accordance with those
provisions set forth in attached Exhibit "A ".
SO ADOPTED this 9,Lt day of S , 2012.
Jeffersonville Redevelopment Commission
By: `` /� /:(f-;. ,: -�
R. Monty e ng, Pre ent
ATTE T:
Secretary
JEFFERSONVILLE REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
• = 1 , " e ! e FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
500 QUARTERMASTER COURT
JEFFERSONVILLE, IN 47130
Phone 812- 285 -6406 Fax: 812- 285 -6403
FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED, LIMITED FUNDS
The Jeffersonville Redevelopment Commission offers grants to commercial /industrial businesses
1 and property owners within the 4-- Street Redevelopment Corridor City of Jeffersonville for a
variety of purposes. The JRC's main objectives for the facade grant program are to encourage
visual improvements, historic preservation and economic investment. Eligible projects include
general building /property improvements, for example: exterior painting, or repairs, signage,
awnings, and landscaping and parking lot resurfacing. The project may include parking
resurfacing as long as the resurfacing is not the only work performed. Projects that include more
than general buil ding /property improvements are preferred. (All improvements must comply
with approved the City of Jeffersonville zoning regulations and be approved by the City of
Jeffersonville Planning and Zoning C idor resign plan and requirements Department)
APPLICATION
Property Owner: Phone:
Company Name:
Property Address:
Email Address:
Description of
Improvements:
Use additional paper /attachments if necessary
Total estimated project cost
When will improvements start? End?
How many employees are employed at this location? # of New Jobs created
The information given is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Furthermore I give
permission for use of the business name and photographs to be taken by JRC staff and/or
volunteers for media purposes and will permit the use of promotional signs on property during
construction phase.
Date: Signature:
1 Modified July 30, 2012May 10, 2011 .
Modified July 30, 201.2May 10, 2011 .
PROGRAM GUIDELINES
1. Jeffersonville Redevelopment Commission (JRC) will reimburse 50% of project costs, up
to a maximum of $10,000 per pre- approved project. JRC reserves the right to award
grants in amounts less than 50% of project costs for any reason, including availability of
funds, aesthetic value of the project, or any other reason at their sole discretion.
2. Application must be approved in writing before work begins.
3. Two cost estimates must accompany each application along with a "before" photograph.
Estimates must include a materials /products list and labor cost breakdown. Owner makes
selection of contractor.
4. If a permit is required, only a contractor registered with the city can performed the
construction work.
5. JRC will rebate the business /property owner after work is completed and a final bill with
copies of receipts is submitted and/or copies of a cancelled check(s) for applicant's
portion is provided. An "after" photograph must also be submitted.
6. All work must be completed and funded within six (6) months of application approval,
with a three (3) month extension available by request for good cause shown.
7. A building owner or a family member may do the work relating to the proposed project.
However, if this is the case, two "arms length" estimates plus one from the owner or
family member must be submitted with the application.
8. Lessee must submit notarized permission from property owner to participate in program.
9. The Jeffersonville Redevelopment Commission reserves the right to use its collective
judgment in consideration of any application and may reject any application on the
grounds that it does not fit the intent of the program.
10. If demand exceeds funds, projects may be ranked using criteria such as (but not limited
to) the following:
* First time applicant *Number of new jobs created
*Structural vs. cosmetic improvements * Location of property
*Financial need *Size of Investment
*Enhancement of neighborhood property values
*Enhancement of aesthetic appeal to property and neighborhood
*Enhancement of positive Jeffersonville image
*Enhancement of economic development within the city
*Elimination of health or safety hazards
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11. A maximum of $10,000 per business, per site will be allowed annually. Two ro gram of ly
applications
per owner, per calendar year may be considered on a case by case basis. Projects tha
include the construction of a .new business s.hal.l not be considered. The t
applies to improvements made to existing properties and structures. p Y
12. The following costs are reimbursable up to a maximum of $1,000 each:
a. Business Signage
b. Architectural Cost
c. Labor Cost
13. The guidelines contained herein do not necessarily comprise a complete list. Additi
guidelines and requirements may be added at any time. onai
14. All projects must meet building code, historic district, ADA, zoning, and other le al
requirements. g
15. Failure to meet code requirements or to cooperate with building /site inspections m
cause forfeiture of grant. p may
Checklist
Pre - Application:
Contact Information and Address (including email)
Project Description (See criteria #10), must include an architectural drawing or sketch
and a budget estimate
2 Cost Estimates (Material list and Cost Breakdown)
`Before Construction' Photograph (s)
Name and address of Registered Contractor (If applicable)
Planning and Zoning Review /Approval
Copy of Building Permit (If applicable)
Submit completed application to City of Jeffersonville Redevelopment
you have any p Department.
Please call if
Y y questions. The application must be submitted and approved
by the Redevelopment Commission prior to any project work is performed. Any
application made after the commencement of project work shall not be considered by the
Redevelopment Commission. y
Post:
Receipts (Itemized) /Cancelled Checks
1 Modified July 30, 2012May 10, 2011
`Post Construction' Photograph (s)
Final Inspection by City of Jeffersonville Planning and Zoning ing Department
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