Calumet DDA Small Grant Application Form

Calumet DDA Small Grant Application Form
The Village of Calumet Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is delighted to continue the Small Scale Projects Grant Program (ranging from $250 to $2,500) aimed at fostering business growth and expansion within the downtown district and redevelopment of our historic buildings. This program support initiatives that contribute to the enhancement of the business climate and beautification of the DDA district.

PLEASE CONSULT GRANT GUIDELINES PRIOR TO COMPLETING THIS FORM.
Contact Information
Applicant Name

First NameLast Name
Organization/Business
Organization/Business
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Property Owner Name (if different than applicant)

First NameLast Name
Property Owner Address (If different than applicant)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Property Owner Phone Number (If different than applicant):
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Property Owner Email Address (if different than applicant):
example@example.com
Please Attach Letter of Permission from Property Owner (if different than applicant):

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Project Description
Title of the project
Address of Project:

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Budget Proposal
Total project budget
Requested Grant Amount (up to 50% of Total Budget)
Type of Project (Select all that Apply): The DDA's current focus is to improve the exterior appearance of the district and to further encourage building rehabilitation. Grants that help achieve this goal will be given higher priority. All grants are awarded at the discretion of the DDA Board.

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Please include a detailed description of the proposed project, including its objectives, scope, timeline, and project contributors where relevant (e.g. contractors, engineering firm, etc). If the project is to benefit a business, please include information on how this project will impact the subject business. If this project will result in rehabilitation of a building, please include how you intend to see the building utilized.
Please include “before” images and designs that will help us better understand your project.

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Please provide a project budget that includes project line items (materials, labor, design, printing, etc.), expenses and sources of funds. Support for budget costs in the form of quotes or cost estimates for Small Scale Projects should also be attached here.

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Eligibility Requirements:
Are all property owners in compliance with Village ordinances? (If no, please provide details and plans for compliance.)
If you answered 'no' above, please provide an explanation of the situation and how it will be remedied.
Are all property owners in up-to-date on all Village taxes and fees? (If no, please provide details and plans for compliance.)
If you answered 'no' above, please provide an explanation of the situation and how it will be remedied.
Project Details
Are you applying for an exterior building improvement, signage or outside property improvement project? All exterior projects within the downtown and historic district will require a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) from the Historic District Commission. Depending on the nature of your project, you may be also subject to zoning regulations and may require a Zoning Permit. Projects that have not yet received a COA or Zoning Permit are not excluded from consideration for the application period. However, grantees will not be reimbursed if a required COA or Zoning Permit is not received prior to the initiation of exterior projects.
Please Attach the Following Document; Project Timeline:

All projects must be completed by December 1st of application year and reimbursements requested NO LATER than DECEMBER 31st of the SAME YEAR.
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Please Attach the Following Document; Other Relevant Supporting Documents:

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I hereby testify that the information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand the the Village of Calumet DDA may request additional information and documentation during the review process. Sign below:
Date

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Submission Instructions:

Please submit the completed application form and all required attachments below. You can also submit the application or extra documentation via email to manager@villageofcalumet.com or deliver a hard copy to the DDA office at 340 6th Street, Calumet, MI 49913.

Note: Incomplete applications may delay the review process.
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Calumet DDA Small Grant Application Form

Contact Information

Project Description

Budget Proposal

Eligibility Requirements:

Project Details