Items listed below are usually critical for most projects. Other document may be requested or required during the underwriting review or prior to disbursement of Targeted Investment Program (TIP) funds.
- Purchase Option, Sales Agreement, Warranty Deed or Lease Agreement for any real estate needed to undertake the project.
- Evidence of marketable title (with outstanding liens, mortgages and encumbrances noted) and a plat for any real estate to be financed.
- Plans, Specifications, Rendering or Architectural Drawings that have been approved by the appropriate local regulatory agency.
- Cost Estimates for all proposed construction/renovation and other project activities.
- Financial commitment letter(s) from participating financial institution(s) and public agencie who are engaged in supporting the proposed project. The letter(s) should indicate the amount, rate, term, and any contingencies associated with the financing.
- Commitment letter(s) from participating business(es) or tenant(s). The letter(s) should indicate the number of full-time jobs to be created/retained and the amounts of any private investment that will occur as a result of the project.
- List of available collateral with prior liens noted.
- Financial Statements (Property Owner, Small business, DDA's) should provide balance sheets and income statements for the past three years. Copies of personal and business federal tax returns may also be requested by the Authority. Downtown Development Authorities should provide copies of their most recent available audited financial statements only if they are the ultimate recipient of the TIP loan.
- Proposed Use Certification from the appropriate local government that certifies the project will comply with all applicable land-use, environmental, an dother applicable local lasws as well as any special requirements involving community improvements districts, specail tax districts, or redevelopment areas.
- Confirmation of current business license (if the applicant is a small business) from the appropriate City agency verifying a current business license.
- Confirmation of receipt and adherence to any design guidelines, covenants, and restrictions from the property owner, small business, or downtown development authority