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Restore New York Communities Initiative is sponsored by Empire State Development (ESD). This program supports municipalities in their efforts to demolish, rehabilitate, and restore blighted structures, transforming them into vibrant residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Funding can be used for vacant, abandoned, condemned, or surplus buildings.
While municipalities are the direct applicants, these projects often create opportunities for small businesses in redevelopment, construction, and new commercial ventures within the revitalized areas.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants include counties, cities, towns, and villages within New York State. Emphasis is placed on projects in economically distressed communities and those that leverage other state or federal redevelopment funds. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $5 million (Cities over 100,000 population); Up to $3 million (Cities and villages between 40,000 and 99,999); Up to $2 million (All other municipalities). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Restore New York Communities Initiative is funded by Empire State Development (ESD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New York. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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