Building Improvement Grant (B.I.G) Program

Building Improvement Grant (B. I. G) Program is sponsored by City of Anniston, Downtown Development Authority (DDA).

Supports the enhancement of Downtown Anniston by providing financial assistance to improve building exteriors, focusing on aesthetics and historical integrity.

Grants Test Page - The City of Anniston Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Grants BIG Revitalization Program Submit all required documents. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. This is a reimbursement-based grant.

Applicants must demonstrate financial capacity prior to approval. Projects must comply with historic preservation standards and may require a preservation easement. Appendix A - Budget Template Appendix B - Sample Preservation Easement How to Apply: Infographic B.

I. G. REVITALIZATION PROGRAM (Building Improvement Grant Application) The B.

I. G. Revitalization Program exists to transform downtown Anniston by supporting large-scale, high-impact investments that preserve historic character, activate underutilized buildings, and strengthen economic vitality.

Funding is administered by the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and supported by the Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grant (National Park Service). " * " indicates required fields This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Business/Organization Name * Alabama Alaska American Samoa Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Guam Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Northern Mariana Islands Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Puerto Rico Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah U.S. Virgin Islands Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Armed Forces Americas Armed Forces Europe Armed Forces Pacific Are you the property owner?

* If NO (tenant): A Property Owner Authorization Letter is REQUIRED. The Property Owner Authorization Letter must include: (1) written permission for the applicant to perform the proposed work; (2) acknowledgment of any easements affecting the property; (3) the property address; and (4) the property owner's printed name, signature, and date.

Alabama Alaska American Samoa Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Guam Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Northern Mariana Islands Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Puerto Rico Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah U.S. Virgin Islands Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Armed Forces Americas Armed Forces Europe Armed Forces Pacific Located within Main Street Anniston District?

* Tier 1: Preservation Catalyst (Up to $25,000) Tier 2: Structural Stabilization (Up to $50,000) Tier 3: Adaptive Reuse Readiness (Up to $75,000) Tier 4: Signature Revitalization Project (Up to $100,000) Tier 5: Upper-Floor Activation & Life-Safety (Up to $100,000) Grant Amount Requested: * Applicant Match (50% required): * 150–250 words: describe the scope of work and how it aligns with the Program’s purpose.

150–250 words: describe current conditions, notable historic features, and any deficiencies. 150–250 words: explain the anticipated impact on downtown revitalization, historic preservation, and/or economic activity. Estimated Completion Date: * Contractor Estimates Obtained?

* Preservation Easement Acknowledgement * I Acknowledge Applicant acknowledges that funded projects may require a preservation easement. • Will be recorded with the property deed • Applies to future owners • Protects historic features Failure to comply may result in repayment of funds. This acknowledgement does not create or execute a preservation easement, and is not itself the easement shown in Appendix B.

Executing an easement is not required to apply — it becomes a requirement only if your project is awarded funding. Before signing, please review the sample easement template in Appendix B and the National Park Service guidance on easements, covenants, and preservation agreements found here: https://tinyurl. com/PreservationEasements.

Signature Consent * I consent to sign The above applicant affirms their signature on this submission. Applicant agrees to provide before, during, and after photos. Photos may be used by DDA, Main Street Anniston, and NPS.

If individuals appear, a signed release form is required. Signature Consent * I consent to sign The above applicant affirms their signature on this submission. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, xlsx, csv, Max. file size: 2 GB. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, xlsx, csv, Max.

file size: 2 GB. Photos of Existing Conditions (3–5 Requested) * Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, xlsx, csv, Max. file size: 2 GB.

Note: A signed release is needed if identifiable individuals appear in photos of property. Plans/renderings of the proposed project * Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, xlsx, csv, Max. file size: 2 GB.

Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) from Anniston Historic Preservation Commission * Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, xlsx, csv, Max. file size: 2 GB. Property Owner Authorization Letter (if tenant) Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, xlsx, csv, Max.

file size: 2 GB. (If not applicable, you can skip) Proof of Funding (bank statements, loan approval, etc.) * Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, xlsx, csv, Max. file size: 2 GB.

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, xlsx, csv, Max. file size: 2 GB. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, xlsx, csv, Max.

file size: 2 GB. Photo Release(s) if Applicable Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, xlsx, csv, Max. file size: 2 GB.

A signed release is needed if identifiable individuals appear in photos of property. Consent * I agree to the terms & conditions.

• 50% matching, reimbursement-based grant — match equals 50% of Total Project Cost; Grant Amount Requested may not exceed the maximum for the selected tier • No work may begin prior to approval • Reimbursement after completion and documentation • Subject to DDA and NPS approval • Project images may be used for promotion Consent * Consent of Signature The above applicant affirms their signature on this submission.

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