The Façade Improvement Program is a grant available to developers, business, and commercial building owners that wish to improve their property. The program is a 70/30 grant that may not exceed the amount of $2,000 per address, per year. Façade grant renovation can be used on any exterior portion of the building that is visible to the public. This can include the front, back, and sides of the building, exterior doors, windows, shutters, gates, and any other decorative elements that are integral to the façade. The programs mission is to stimulate revitalization and private sector capital investment by proactively addressing deteriorating property conditions and encouraging improvements which increase economic vitality.
 
General Guidelines & Information
 
  • Buildings 40 years of age and older
  • Special consideration for buildings under the age of 40 can be considered on an individual basis
  • Work must be completed within 180 days of the awarding of the grant
  • Property taxes must be up-to-date and applicants may not owe any debts to the City of Oxford
  • All contractors must obtain proper city licenses
  • The City of Oxford reserves the right to revoke the grant
  • Each application will be reviewed by the Façade Improvement Committee
  • Any building with a zoning or building code violation is not eligible for the program
  • A building or business owner who is undertaking an improvement project that includes a portion of the eligible improvements may apply for the grant, but only improvements like those listed below will be eligible for funding