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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcocc_cra_financial_incentives_guide_adopted_20180619CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) FINANCIAL INCENTIVES GUIDE 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 321-868-1220 City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 1 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) FINANCIAL INCENTIVES GUIDE INTRODUCTION The City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) provides for private property enhancement/improvement for commercial, multi -family, and residential properties. To qualify, the property is required to be located within the adopted CRA District (See Figure 1- CRA Boundary on page 5). This Guide is intended to provide comprehensive information about the City of Cape Canaveral's CRA financial incentives programs. The main body of the Guide provides an overview of all the various programs, definitions, and general guidelines. Each of the grant programs is addressed in its own separate appendix, which provides detailed information about the specific program, including: guidelines, eligibility rules, application procedures, application evaluation and award procedures, and an evaluation form. The Guide represents an all-inclusive set of information that defines the CRA Financial Incentives and how the incentives are to be managed. As such, the Guide is intended for use by CRA staff and other associated City officials who are responsible for overall management of the CRA Incentives. Meanwhile, each appendix is inclusive enough so that it can "stand alone." Thus, a potential applicant can be furnished an appendix that relates to the incentives program that matches the potential applicant's needs — providing all the pertinent information in less than ten (10) pages. CRA GRANT PROGRAMS FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The CRA has several grant programs for eligible properties within the CRA boundary, including the items listed below. 1. IMPROVEMENT AND BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAMS — The appearance of buildings and properties is important to creating an attractive business environment, increasing marketability, and maintaining property values. The CRA provides incentives for private property enhancements and improvements for both residential and commercial properties through a matching grants program. Currently the CRA offers the following: A. Commercial Improvement Grants 1. Matchine Facade and Property Improvement Grant — 50% reimbursement of a project with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000. Only one (1) grant award for one (1) category per structure/business will be awarded for a period of 5 years. Building must be structurally sound, current on property taxes, and meet (or by this project will meet) minimum building, sanitary, and fire safety codes. See Appendix A for more detailed information. 1.1. Sign(s) — includes removal of old sign(s) and the design, production, and installation of new signs; or renovation of existing signs, including sign lighting, in compliance with current City codes. 1.2. Awnings/ Canopies — includes the removal of the old awnings/canopies and the design, production, and installation of new awnings and canopies. 1.3. Facades — includes work performed on the exterior storefront of a building such as cleaning masonry (high pressure water or steam - sandblasting is prohibited on City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 2 masonry structures), painting, re -pointing of mortar joints, woodwork, window and/or door replacement, rebuilding historic storefronts, exposing boarded windows, or other repairs. [The work in this category is eligible only if part of significant exterior structural enhancements as defined by the CRA, including the removal and disposal of old facade coverings (e.g. vinyl and aluminum cladding, window boards) as well as removal of old wood, aluminum, or stucco cladding, including the materials and services to remove the cladding.] 1.4. Walls and Fencing — includes work that removes and replaces or adds appropriate fencing, including work which hides incompatible uses or negative site elements (e.g. storage yards, outdoor fabrication, work area, or dumpsters). 1.5. Reconstruction of storefronts — includes such work as raising parapet walls, installing new doors and windows and/or reconfiguring entryways. 1.6. Lighting — includes installation of new exterior lighting as may be permitted by current City codes. 1.7. Landscanina and Low Impact Development (LID) — includes work that removes and replaces or adds appropriate landscaping through a variety of practices that increase the visual aesthetics of the neighborhood, mimics or preserve natural drainage processes to manage stormwater, and hides incompatible uses or negative site elements (e.g. harmful runoff, erosion, or minimal and deteriorating landscaping). See LID Fact Sheet for more information. B. Multi -Family Residential or Residential Neighborhood Improvement Grants 1. Matching Facade and Property Improvement Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. Only one (1) grant award for one (1) category per structure/project for a period of five (5) years. Building must be current on property taxes and meet (or by this project will meet) minimum building, sanitary, and fire safety codes. See Appendix B for more detailed information. 1.1. Exterior enhancements. improvements and renovations including landscaping and lighting. 2. Matching Revitalization Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. See Appendix C for more detailed information. Limited to quadraplexes and above. 2.1. Exterior and/or Interior improvements necessary to bring the residential structure up to building, safety, and fire safety code. (This grant is not intended for general property maintenance, including yard maintenance or similar.) 3. Paint Voucher Grant — 100% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. See Appendix D for more detailed information. • Limited to owner -occupied single residences or duplexes. • Up to 10% of the grant award may be used for repairs or prep work. • Work to be completed by the property owner/others will require a written estimate for cost of paint, type of paint, and color. • Within the C-1, C-2, and M-1 zoning districts, any exterior building or roof color used shall be well designed and integrated with the architectural style of the building and surrounding landscaping to create a subtle and harmonious effect and promote aesthetic uniformity within the district. Bright or brilliant colors shall not be permitted except for use as an accent color within the C-1, C-2, or M-1 zoning districts. 2. REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS — The CRA supports rehabilitation and repurposing of existing structures through City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 3 grants by offering limited financial/technical assistance. The goal is to stimulate reinvestment in the CRA District, to preserve/renew the traditional retail business district. Rehabilitation is the process of returning a property to a state of utility, through repair/alteration, which makes possible an efficient, contemporary use while preserving those portions which are significant to its historic, architectural, and cultural values. A. Large Grant Program - 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $25,000 for renurnosing of existing building(s) including commercial projects that are mixed-use, entertainment, industrial, office, technology-based businesses, or a jobs -producing entity, as determined/approved by the CRA. See Appendix E for more detailed information. B. Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grant 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000 for revitalization/preservation of existing commercial buildings for exterior and code -related interior improvements including (see Appendix F for more detailed information): 1. Electrical work, except as related to Facade Grants. 2. Roof, soffit, and chimney repairs. C. Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. See Appendix G for more detailed information. 1. Sprinkler systems — as required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code. 2. Fire alarm systems — as required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code. D. Site Preparation — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000 to assist with demolition/removal of obsolete structures, thereby beautifying the property and increasing its marketability. See Appendix H for more detailed information. DEFINITIONS 1. Community Redevelopment Area — the area identified and adopted consistent with the City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Plan — See Figure 1 - CRA Boundary. 2. Low Impact Development - refers to practices that use or mimic natural processes that result in the infiltration, evapotranspiration or use of stormwater in order to protect water quality and associated aquatic habitat. 3. Person — any individual, firm, partnership, corporation, company, association, joint stock association, or body politic. Includes any trustee, receiver, assignee, or other person acting in a similar representative capacity, as owner, applicant or authorized agent on behalf of a property or application. 4. Repurpose — the reuse, reclassification or conversion of a property, site, building, structure or similar for a use different than its current use/status. 5. Rehabilitation — renovations, alterations, repair, (re)construction, or similar allowing the use of a property and/or building/structure consistent with applicable local/state codes, including but not limited to building, fire, and sanitary codes. 6. Residential Infill Project — residential development project that includes attached residential structure(s), or multi -family residential structure(s) as defined and permitted by the City of Cape Canaveral City Code of Ordinances. The introduction or re -introduction of a residential project within the CRA district on existing lot(s) of record. 7. Residential Neighborhood — a residential area of similar dwellings built by property developers and usually under a single management; Neighborhoods are often identified by a place name and have boundaries composed of major streets, barriers, or abrupt changes in land use. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 4 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL FINDING OF NELr.:»i 1 I A FIGURE 1: CRA BOUNDARY l * .. wl. mo J::1!!;;iT, Iif ii. • _ NTIrlEff 11111111111 !I. I L JI'NP 3X2 11 . t w •.. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 5 GENERAL CRA INCENTIVES PROGRAMS REQUIREMENTS 1. Funds will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. Only one grant award per structure, based on the order of requests and available funds. 2. Tenants may qualify upon receipt of written consent from the property owner. 3. Matching grant funds require an up -front matching dollar -for -dollar expenditure by the owner/tenant. Paint Voucher grants do not require owner/tenant matching. 4. No work for which a grant is sought shall begin until authorized. 5. To qualify for grant funds, an application must be submitted to the CRA with all applicable permits (not part of grant request) and/or estimates for work (verified by an outside source). 6. Any unapproved changes may void the grant approval and CRA may withhold payment. 7. Amounts noted in the Programs are the maximum funds permitted; no guarantee or expectation of maximum funding is implied. CRA may approve at its sole discretion partial funding for any Project. 8. By accepting funds from the CRA, the applicant agrees to an audit of the Project at any time. 9. The CRA may attach and/or impose any conditions of approval as deemed prudent and necessary in fulfillment of the requested grant program and issuance of funds. All Project applications must meet, or by this Project will meet, City codes, land use/zoning, sanitary, building and fire codes. 10. Only completed applications, including all supporting documentation, will be accepted. 11. Applicants for CRA Programs and Grants must be current on property taxes, both City and County. 12. Professional consulting services provided by General Contractors, Engineers, Architects, and Design Consultants must be licensed in the State of Florida, as applicable. 13. The building must be structurally sound. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 6 APPENDIX A COMMERCIAL IMPROVEMENT GRANT: MATCHING FACADE AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 7 COMMERCIAL IMPROVEMENT GRANTS: MATCHING FACADE AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS It is the intent of the City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to provide financial assistance to qualified owners of commercial properties located within the boundaries of the CRA (see Figure 1 - CRA Boundary on following page) for eligible building or site improvements that contribute to the physical, economic, social, and aesthetic well-being of the City of Cape Canaveral. This section specifies the types of Commercial Improvement Grants; and provides detailed information on Matching Facade and Property Improvement Grants. including: Eligibility, Provisions, Application/Award Procedures, and Application Form. TYPES OF COMMERCIAL IMPROVEMENT GRANTS There is one type of Commercial Improvement Grant: (1) Matching Facade and Property Improvement Grant. This appendix outlines the Matching Facade and Property Improvement Grant process. 1. Matching Facade and Property Improvement Grant — 50% reimbursement of a project with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000. Only one (1) grant award for one (1) category per structure/business will be awarded for a period of 5 years. Building must be structurally sound, current on property taxes, and meet (or by this project will meet) minimum building, sanitary, and fire safety codes. 1.1. Sign(s) — includes removal of old sign(s) and the design, production, and installation of new signs; or renovation of existing signs, including sign lighting, in compliance with current City codes. 1.2. Awnings/Canopies - includes the removal of the old awnings/canopies and the design, production, and installation of new awnings and canopies. 1.3. Facades - includes work performed on the exterior storefront of a building such as cleaning masonry (high pressure water or steam - sandblasting is prohibited on masonry structures), painting, re -pointing of mortar joints, woodwork, window and/or door replacement, rebuilding historic storefronts, exposing boarded windows, or other repairs. [The work in this category is eligible only if part of significant exterior structural enhancements as defined by the CRA, including the removal and disposal of old facade coverings (e.g. vinyl and aluminum cladding, window boards) as well as removal of old wood, aluminum, or stucco cladding, including the materials and services to remove the cladding.] 1.4. Walls and Fencing — includes work that removes and replaces or adds appropriate fencing, including work which hides incompatible uses or negative site elements (e.g. storage yards, outdoor fabrication, work area, or dumpsters). 1.5. Reconstruction of storefronts — includes such work as raising parapet walls, installing new doors and windows and/or reconfiguring entryways. 1.6. Lighting_ — includes installation of new exterior lighting as may be permitted by current City codes. 1.7. Landscaping and Low Impact Development (LID) — includes work that removes and replaces or adds appropriate landscaping through a variety of practices that increase the visual aesthetics of the neighborhood, mimics or preserve natural drainage processes to manage stormwater, and hides incompatible uses or negative site elements (e.g. harmful runoff, erosion, or minimal and deteriorating landscaping). See LID Fact Sheet for more information. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 8 OF CAPE CANAVERAL FINDING OF NEk1„r.3:+11 i' FIGURE 1: CRA BOUNDARY 1111 ..���t��� • ,. WWI t Z IT `I r,, 51;:f1411::: tam: Air-- ow- tmemainr, =" 11 ` wngs- .t City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 9 GENERAL CRA INCENTIVES PROGRAMS REQUIREMENTS 1. Funds will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. Only one grant award per structure, based on the order of requests and available funds. 2. Tenants may qualify upon receipt of written consent from the property owner. 3. Matching grant funds require an up -front matching dollar -for -dollar expenditure by the owner/tenant. Paint Voucher grants do not require owner/tenant matching. 4. No work for which a grant is sought shall begin until authorized. 5. To qualify for grant funds, an application must be submitted to the CRA with all applicable permits (not part of grant request) and/or estimates for work (verified by an outside source). 6. Any unapproved changes may void the grant approval and CRA may withhold payment. 7. Amounts noted in the Programs are the maximum funds permitted; no guarantee or expectation of maximum funding is implied. CRA may approve at its sole discretion partial funding for any Project. 8. By accepting funds from the CRA, the applicant agrees to an audit of the Project at any time. 9. The CRA may attach and/or impose any conditions of approval as deemed prudent and necessary in fulfillment of the requested grant program and issuance of funds. All Project applications must meet, or by this Project will meet, City codes, land use/zoning, sanitary, building and fire codes. 10. Only completed applications, including all supporting documentation, will be accepted. 11. Applicants for CRA Programs and Grants must be current on property taxes, both City and County. 12. Professional consulting services provided by General Contractors, Engineers, Architects, and Design Consultants must be licensed in the State of Florida, as applicable. 13. The building must be structurally sound. PROVISIONS FOR COMMERCIAL MATCHING FACADE AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS 1. An applicant must contribute at least 50% towards the total cost of the eligible improvement. 2. Expenses must be related to direct labor, equipment, or materials associated with the eligible improvement to be counted towards the project cost. 3. The Applicant shall incur all initial project costs and may receive reimbursement only after all improvements have been completed in accordance with the grant award. 4. Grant funds will be disbursed upon the receipt of a finding of project completion by the CRA. 5. The finding of project completion will be granted when the CRA has received the following package: a. Written notification from the Owner that the project is complete. b. Copies of all required permits and occupancy certificates. c. Copies of paid invoices and evidence of payment (cancelled checks). 6. Applicants must receive a building permit within six (6) months from the date the CRA approves the grant request or the funding will expire. Extensions may be granted under special circumstances. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 10 7. Project completion must be within twelve (12) months of the issuance of a building permit. Extensions may be granted under special circumstances. The following items are specifically ineligible for this Program: 1. Parking lot paving. 2. Interior work (even if visible through street -front windows). 3. Other improvements required for redevelopment or occupancy of the property, with the sole intention of complying with the City of Cape Canaveral's Building Codes. 4. Roof repair or replacement. 5. Installation of seasonal planting or other seasonal landscaping. 6. Permit fees. 7. Inventory/fixtures/equipment. 8. Non -fixed improvements. 9. Improvements made prior to grant approval. 10. Refinancing existing debt. 11. Sweat equity payments (i.e. reimbursement for applicant's own labor and performance of renovation work or new construction). APPLICATION/AWARD PROCEDURES FOR COMMERCIAL MATCHING FACADE AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS Qualified applicants must schedule a pre -application meeting with the CRA prior to preparing an application for submittal. The CRA office is located in the Community Development Department in City Hall at 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920. Appointments may be made by calling (321) 868- 1220, press 3. Within ten (10) business days of application submittal, the CRA will review the application for completeness. Should any deficiencies or issues with the application surface during the review process, a post -application submittal conference will be held with the Applicant to discuss the deficiencies or issues. The CRA may request that the Applicant provide additional information. Within ten (10) days of receiving the completed application, the CRA will review the application against the review criteria and prepare a recommendation for the City's Development Review Committee (DRC). Applicants will also be sent a copy of the recommendation. The DRC will determine by majority vote whether the application is approved or denied, with or without conditions. The Applicant will be notified in writing of the DRC's decision within five (5) business days of the decision. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 11 SELECTION CRITERIA FOR COMMERCIAL MATCHING FACADE AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS The CRA will review completed applications against review criteria and will state its findings in a recommendation to the City's Development Review Committee (DRC). Scoring Criteria CRITERIA POINTS Private Contribution 20 points maximum 50% to 69% of total Project amount 10 70% to 90% of total Project amount 20 Location 20 points maximum On: Astronaut Blvd., A1A, No. Atlantic Ave., Central Ave., Center St., or Polk Ave. 20 Other locations 5 Aesthetic Enhancement Principal Building Improvement Site Improvement Building and Site Improvement 40 points maximum 15 5 25 Compatibility of proposed improvements to surrounding structures/styles 20 points maximum Good 20 Fair 10 Poor 0 TOTAL POINTS EARNED Applications that score below 50 points will be recommended for denial. 100 points maximum Applicants are advised that grant funds are provided at the sole discretion of the CRA and the findings stated in the recommendation do not create an entitlement to funding. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 12 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL CRA COMMERCIAL MATCHING FACADE AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT APPLICATION Prior to completion of this application. please contact the CRA to review this process at (321)868-1220. press 3 City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 Name and Type of Business Location of Business (Street address, name of building if applicable) Date Property Owner Phone Contact (if different from owner) Email Address Property Owner Mailing Address The Facade and Property Improvement Matching Grant is up to a $10, 000 dollar -for -dollar matching grant that can be used towards any exterior architectural improvements to the street - side facade. Estimated number of linear feet facing a public -right-of-way: (If the building faces onto more than one street, such as a building located on a corner, give the estimated frontage feet of the secondary facade ) Requested Grant Amount $ General description of proposed improvement: ❑ Facade ❑ Awnings/Canopies ❑ Signs ❑ Walls/Fencing/Landscaping Community Redevelopment Coordinator, Staff use only Date of initial contact: Staff representative: Design Professional: ❑ Pre -Application Meeting ❑ Electronic submission ❑ In person ❑ Post -Application Meeting Development Review Committee: ❑ Approved ❑ Denied Date Property Site File Number Proposed Scope of Work: City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 13 Please provide a brief, general description of the work to be performed, materials to be used, color and material samples (if applicable). Exterior Walls (Includes front facade, second facade (if applicable), structural, decorative and non-functional elements) Windows/Doors Awnings/Canopies Walls/Fencing/Landscaping Painting Signage Other How is the proposed project consistent with the surrounding properties? Attachments: The following attachments are required: ❑ Project schedule. ❑ Photographs of the existing building and proposed project area. ❑ Schematic drawings illustrating proposed work, or pictures with project description outlines. ❑ Three (3) cost estimates. Signature of Applicant Signature of Owner (If other than Applicant) City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 14 APPENDIX B MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT GRANTS: MATCHING FACADE AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 15 MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT GRANTS: MATCHING FACADE AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS It is the intent of the City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to provide financial assistance to qualified owners of multi -family properties located within the boundaries of the CRA (See Figure 1 - CRA Boundary on following page) for eligible building or site improvements that contribute to the physical, economic, social, and aesthetic well-being of the City of Cape Canaveral. This section specifies the types of Multi -Family or Residential Neighborhood Grants; and provides detailed information on Matching Facade and Property Improvement Grants. including: Eligibility, Provisions, Application/Award Procedures, and Application Form. TYPES OF MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD GRANTS There are several types of Multi -Family or Residential Neighborhood Grants: (1) Matching Facade and Property Improvement Grant, (2) Matching Revitalization Grant, and (3) Paint Voucher Grant. This appendix addresses Matching Facade and Property Improvement Grants. 1. Matching Facade and Property Improvement Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. Only one (1) grant award for one (1) category per structure/project for a period of five (5) years. Building must be current on property taxes and meet (or by this project will meet) minimum building, sanitary, and fire safety codes. Limited to quadraplexes and above. 1.1 Exterior enhancements, improvements and renovations including landscaping and lighting. 2. Matching Revitalization Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. Limited to quadraplexes and above. See Appendix C for more detailed information. 2.1 Exterior and/or Interior improvements necessary to bring the residential structure up to building, safety, and fire safety code. (This grant is not intended for general property maintenance including yard maintenance or similar.) 3. Paint Voucher Grant — 100% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. See Appendix D for more detailed information. • Limited to owner -occupied single residences, duplexes or triplexes. • Up to 10% of the grant award may be used for repairs or prep work. • Work to be completed by the property owner/others will require a written estimate for cost of paint, type of paint, and color. • Within the C-1, C-2, and M-1 zoning districts, any exterior building or roof color used shall be well designed and integrated with the architectural style of the building and surrounding landscaping in order to create a subtle and harmonious effect and promote aesthetic uniformity within the district. Bright or brilliant colors shall not be permitted except for use as an accent color within the C-1, C-2, or M-1 zoning districts. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 16 OF CAPE CANAVERAL FINDING OF NEk1„r.3:+11 i' FIGURE 1: CRA BOUNDARY 1111 ..���t��� • ,. WWI t Z IT `I r,, 51;:f1411::: tam: Air-- ow- tmemainr, =" 11 ` wngs- .t City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 17 GENERAL CRA INCENTIVES PROGRAMS REQUIREMENTS 1. Funds will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. Only one grant award per structure, based on the order of requests and available funds. 2. Tenants may qualify upon receipt of written consent from the property owner. 3. Matching grant funds require an up -front matching dollar -for -dollar expenditure by the owner/tenant. Paint Voucher grants do not require owner/tenant matching. 4. No work for which a grant is sought shall begin until authorized. 5. To qualify for grant funds, an application must be submitted to the CRA with all applicable permits (not part of grant request) and/or estimates for work (verified by an outside source). 6. Any unapproved changes may void the grant approval and CRA may withhold payment. 7. Amounts noted in the Programs are the maximum funds permitted; no guarantee or expectation of maximum funding is implied. CRA may approve at its sole discretion partial funding for any Project. 8. By accepting funds from the CRA, the applicant agrees to an audit of the Project at any time. 9. The CRA may attach and/or impose any conditions of approval as deemed prudent and necessary in fulfillment of the requested grant program and issuance of funds. All Project applications must meet, or by this Project will meet, City codes, land use/zoning, sanitary, building and fire codes. 10. Only completed applications, including all supporting documentation, will be accepted. 11. Applicants for CRA Programs and Grants must be current on property taxes, both City and County. 12. Professional consulting services provided by General Contractors, Engineers, Architects, and Design Consultants must be licensed in the State of Florida, as applicable. 13. The building must be structurally sound. PROVISIONS FOR MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD MATCHING FACADE AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS 1. An applicant must contribute at least 50% towards the total cost of the eligible improvement. 2. Expenses must be related to direct labor, equipment, or materials associated with the eligible improvement to be counted towards the project cost. 3. The Applicant shall incur all initial project costs and may receive reimbursement only after all improvements have been completed in accordance with the grant award. 4. Grant funds will be disbursed upon the receipt of a finding of project completion by the CRA. 5. The finding of project completion will be granted when the CRA has received the following package: a. Written notification from the Owner that the project is complete. b. Copies of all required permits and occupancy certificates. c. Copies of paid invoices and evidence of payment (cancelled checks). 6. Applicants must receive a building permit within six (6) months from the date the CRA approves the grant request or the funding will expire. Extensions may be granted under special circumstances. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 18 7. Project completion must be within twelve (12) months of the issuance of a building permit. Extensions may be granted under special circumstances. The following items are specifically ineligible for this Program: 1. Parking lot paving. 2. Interior work (even if visible through street -front windows). 3. Other improvements required for redevelopment or occupancy of the property, with the sole intention of complying with the City of Cape Canaveral's Building Codes. 4. Roof repair or replacement. 5. Installation of seasonal planting or other seasonal landscaping. 6. Permit fees. 7. Inventory/fixtures/equipment. 8. Non -fixed improvements. 9. Improvements made prior to grant approval. 10. Refinancing existing debt. 11. Sweat equity payments (i.e. reimbursement for applicant's own labor and performance of renovation work or new construction). APPLICATION/AWARD PROCEDURES FOR MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD MATCHING FACADE AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS Qualified applicants must schedule a pre -application meeting with the CRA prior to preparing an application for submittal. The CRA office is located in the Community Development Department in City Hall at 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920. Appointments may be made by calling (321) 868- 1220, press 3. Within ten (10) business days of application submittal, the CRA will review the application for completeness. Should any deficiencies or issues with the application surface during the review process, a post -application submittal conference will be held with the Applicant to discuss the deficiencies or issues. The CRA may request that the Applicant provide additional information. Within ten (10) days of receiving the completed application, the CRA will review the application against the review criteria and prepare a recommendation for the City's Development Review Committee (DRC). Applicants will also be sent a copy of the recommendation. The DRC will determine by majority vote whether the application is approved or denied, with or without conditions. The Applicant will be notified in writing of the DRC's decision within five (5) business days of the decision. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 19 SELECTION CRITERIA FOR MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD MATCHING FACADE AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANTS The CRA will review completed applications against review criteria and will state its findings in a recommendation to the City's Development Review Committee (DRC). Scoring Criteria CRITERIA POINTS Private Contribution 20 points maximum 50% to 69% of total Project amount 10 70% to 90% of total Project amount 20 Location 20 points maximum On: Astronaut Blvd., AIA, No. Atlantic Ave., Central Ave., Center St., or Polk Ave. 20 Other locations 5 Aesthetic Enhancement Principal Building Improvement Site Improvement Building and Site Improvement 40 points maximum 15 5 25 Compatibility of proposed improvements to surrounding structures/styles 20 points maximum Good 20 Fair Poor TOTAL POINTS EARNED Applications that score below 50 points will be recommended for denial. 10 0 100 points maximum Applicants are advised that grant funds are provided at the sole discretion of the CRA and the findings stated in the recommendation do not create an entitlement to funding. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 20 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL CRA MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD MATCHING FACADE AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT APPLICATION Prior to completion of this application. please contact the CRA to review this process at (321)868-1220. press 3. City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 Name and Type of Business Location of Business (Street address, name of building if applicable) Date Property Owner Phone Contact (if different from owner) Email Address Property Owner Mailing Address The Facade Improvement and Property Improvement Matching Grant is up to a $5,000 dollar -for - dollar matching grant that can be used towards any exterior architectural improvements to the street -side facade. Estimated number of linear feet facing a public -right-of-way: (If the building faces onto more than one street, such as a building located on a corner, give the estimated frontage feet of the secondary facade ) Requested Grant Amount $ General description of proposed improvement: ❑ Facade ❑ Awnings/Canopies ❑ Signs ❑ Walls/Fencing/Landscaping Community Redevelopment Coordinator, Staff use only Date of initial contact: Staff representative: Design Professional: ❑ Pre -Application Meeting ❑ Electronic submission ❑ In person ❑ Post -Application Meeting Development Review Committee: ❑ Approved ❑ Denied Date Property Site File Number City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 21 Proposed Scope of Work: Please provide a brief, general description of the work to be performed, materials to be used, color and material samples (if applicable). Exterior Walls (Includes front facade, second facade (if applicable), structural, decorative and non-functional elements) Windows/Doors Awnings/Canopies Walls/Fencing/Landscaping Painting Signage Other How is the proposed project consistent with the surrounding properties? Attachments: The following attachments are required: ❑ Project schedule. ❑ Photographs of the existing building and proposed project area. ❑ Schematic drawings illustrating proposed work, or pictures with project description outlines. ❑ Three (3) cost estimates. Signature of Applicant Signature of Owner (If other than Applicant) City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 22 APPENDIX C MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT GRANTS: MATCHING REVITILIZATION GRANTS REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 23 MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT GRANTS: MATCHING REVITALIZATION GRANTS REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS It is the intent of the City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to provide financial assistance to qualified owners of multi -family properties located within the boundaries of the CRA (See Figure 1 - CRA Boundary on following page) for eligible building or site improvements that contribute to the physical, economic, social, and aesthetic well-being of the City of Cape Canaveral. This section specifies the types of Multi -Family or Residential Neighborhood Grants; and provides detailed information on Matching Revitalization Grants including: Eligibility, General Provisions, Application/ Award Procedures, and Application Form. TYPES OF MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD GRANTS There are several types of Multi -Family or Residential Neighborhood Improvements Grants: (1) Matching Facade and Property Improvement Grant, (2) Matching Revitalization Grant, and (3) Paint Voucher Grant. This at nendix addresses Matching Revitalization Grants. 1. Matching Facade and Property Improvement Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. Only one (1) grant award for one (1) category per structure/project for a period of five (5) years. Building must be current on property taxes and meet (or by this project will meet) minimum building, sanitary, and fire safety codes. Limited to quadraplexes and above. See Appendix B for more detailed information. 1.1 Exterior enhancements, improvements and renovations including landscaping and lighting. 2. Matching Revitalization Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. See Appendix C for more detailed information. 2.1 Exterior and/or Interior improvements necessary to bring the residential structure up to building, safety, and fire safety code. (This grant is not intended for general property maintenance including yard maintenance or similar.) 3. Paint Voucher Grant — 100% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. See Appendix D for more detailed information. • Limited to owner -occupied single residences, duplexes or triplexes. • Up to Up to 10% of the grant award may be used for repairs or prep work. • Work to be completed by the property owner/others will require a written estimate for cost of paint, type of paint, and color. • Within the C-1, C-2, and M-1 zoning districts, any exterior building or roof color used shall be well designed and integrated with the architectural style of the building and surrounding landscaping in order to create a subtle and harmonious effect and promote aesthetic uniformity within the district. Bright or brilliant colors shall not be permitted except for use as an accent color within the C-1, C-2, or M-1 zoning districts. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 24 OF CAPE CANAVERAL FINDING OF NEk1„r.3:+11 i' FIGURE 1: CRA BOUNDARY 1111 ..���t��� • ,. WWI t Z IT `I r,, 51;:f1411::: tam: Air-- ow- tmemainr, =" 11 ` wngs- .t City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 25 GENERAL CRA INCENTIVES PROGRAMS REQUIREMENTS 1. Funds will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. Only one grant award per structure, based on the order of requests and available funds. 2. Tenants may qualify upon receipt of written consent from the property owner. 3. Matching grant funds require an up -front matching dollar -for -dollar expenditure by the owner/tenant. Paint Voucher grants do not require owner/tenant matching. 4. No work for which a grant is sought shall begin until authorized. 5. To qualify for grant funds, an application must be submitted to the CRA with all applicable permits (not part of grant request) and/or estimates for work (verified by an outside source). 6. Any unapproved changes may void the grant approval and CRA may withhold payment. 7. Amounts noted in the Programs are the maximum funds permitted; no guarantee or expectation of maximum funding is implied. CRA may approve at its sole discretion partial funding for any Project. 8. By accepting funds from the CRA, the applicant agrees to an audit of the Project at any time. 9. The CRA may attach and/or impose any conditions of approval as deemed prudent and necessary in fulfillment of the requested grant program and issuance of funds. All Project applications must meet, or by this Project will meet, City codes, land use/zoning, sanitary, building and fire codes. 10. Only completed applications, including all supporting documentation, will be accepted. 11. Applicants for CRA Programs and Grants must be current on property taxes, both City and County. 12. Professional consulting services provided by General Contractors, Engineers, Architects, and Design Consultants must be licensed in the State of Florida, as applicable. 13. The building must be structurally sound. ELIGIBILITY FOR MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD MATCHING REVITALIZATION GRANTS 1. All Project applications must meet, or by this Project will meet, City codes; land use/zoning; and sanitary, building and fire codes (except where the Program request will address and remedy code violations). 2. The property must not be subject to current code enforcement actions. The following items are specifically ineligible for the program: 1. Parking lot paving. 2. Permit fees. 3. Fixtures/equipment. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 26 4. Non -fixed improvements. 5. Improvements made prior to grant approval. 6. Refinancing existing debt. 7. Sweat equity payments (i.e. reimbursement for applicant's own labor and performance of renovation work or new construction). GENERAL GRANT PROVISIONS FOR MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD MATCHING REVITALIZATION GRANTS 1. Expenses must be related to direct labor, equipment, or materials associated with the eligible improvement to be counted towards the project cost. 2. The Applicant shall incur all initial project costs and may receive reimbursement only after all improvements have been completed in accordance with the grant award. 3. Grant funds will be disbursed upon the receipt of a finding of project completion by the CRA. 4. The finding of project completion will be granted when the CRA has received the following package: a. Written notification from the Owner that the project is complete. b. Copies of all required permits and occupancy certificates. c. Copies of paid invoices and evidence of payment (cancelled checks). 5. Applicants must receive a building permit within six (6) months from the date the CRA approves the grant request or the funding will expire. Extensions may be granted by the CRA under special circumstances. 6. Project completion must be within twelve (12) months of the issuance of a building permit. Extensions may be granted by the CRA under special circumstances. APPLICATION/AWARD PROCEDURES FOR MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD MATCHING REVITALIZATION GRANTS Qualified applicants must schedule an appointment with the CRA prior to preparing an application for submittal. The CRA office is located in the Community Development Depaituient in City Hall at 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920. Appointments may be made by calling (321) 868-1220, press 3. Within ten (10) business days of application submittal, the CRA will review the application for completeness. A post -application submittal conference will be held with the Applicant to discuss any deficiencies or issues with the application. At this time, the CRA may request that the Applicant provide additional information. Within ten (10) days of receiving the completed application, the DRC will review the application against the review criteria. The DRC will determine by majority vote whether or not the application is approved or denied, with or without conditions. The Applicant will be notified in writing of the DRC's decision within five (5) business days of the DRC meeting. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 27 SELECTION CRITERIA FOR MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD MATCHING REVITALIZATION GRANTS The DRC will review completed applications against review criteria. Scoring Criteria CRITERIA POINTS Private Contribution 20 points maximum 50% to 69% of total Project amount 10 70% to 90% of total Project amount 20 Location 20 points maximum On: Astronaut Blvd., A1A, No. Atlantic Ave., Central Ave., Center St., or Polk Ave. 20 Other locations 5 Overall Condition of the Buildings(s) Excellent Good In need of major repairs TOTAL POINTS EARNED Applications that score below 30 points will be recommended for denial. Applicants are advised that grant funds are provided at the sole discretion of the CRA and the findings stated in the recommendation do not create an entitlement to funding. 20 points maximum 20 15 5 60 points maximum City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 28 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL CRA MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD MATCHING REVITALIZATION GRANT APPLICATION Prior to completion of this application. please contact the CRA to review this process at (321)868-1220. press 3. City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 Name and Type of Property Location of Property (Street address, name of building if applicable) Property Owner Date Phone Contact (if different from owner) Email Address Property Owner Mailing Address The Matching Revitalization Grant is up to a $5, 000 dollar -for -dollar matching grant that can be used towards exterior and/or interior improvements necessary to bring the residential structure up to building, safety, and fire safety code. Requested Grant Amount $ To bring property up to Code regarding: ❑ Building Code ❑ Safety Code ❑ Fire Code ❑ Other Community Redevelopment Coordinator, Staff use only Date of initial contact: ❑ Electronic submission ❑ In person Staff representative: Design Professional: ❑ Pre -Application Meeting ❑ Post -Application Meeting DRC: Li Approved ❑ Denied DatP Property Site File Number 1 City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 29 Proposed Scope of Work: Please provide a brief, general description of the work to be performed, materials to be used, color and material samples (if applicable). Electrical Plumbing Exterior Site Work / Landscaping Signage Other Attachments: The following attachments are required: ❑ Project schedule. ❑ Photographs of the existing building(s) and proposed project area. ❑ Schematic drawings illustrating proposed work, or pictures with project description outlines. ❑ Three (3) cost estimates. Signature of Owner City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 30 APPENDIX D MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT GRANTS: PAINT VOUCHER GRANTS REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 31 MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT GRANTS: PAINT VOUCHER GRANTS REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS It is the intent of the City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to provide financial assistance to qualified owners of properties located within the boundaries of the CRA (See Figure 1 - CRA Boundary on following page) for eligible building or site improvements that contribute to the physical, economic, social, and aesthetic well-being of the City of Cape Canaveral. This section specifies the types of Multi -Family or Residential Neighborhood Grants; and provides detailed information on Paint Voucher Grants including: Eligibility, General Provisions, Application/ Award Procedures, and Application Form. TYPES OF MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD GRANTS There are several types of Multi -Family or Residential Neighborhood Grants: (1) Matching Facade and Property Improvement Grant, (2) Matching Revitalization Grant, and (3) Paint Voucher Grant. This appendix addresses Paint Voucher Grants. Go to Appendix B for Matching Facade and Property_ Improvement Grants. and Appendix C for Matching Revitalization Grants. 1. Matching Facade and Pronerty Improvement Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. Only one (1) grant award for one (1) category per structure/project for a period of five (5) years. Building must be current on property taxes and meet (or by this project will meet) minimum building, sanitary, and fire safety codes. Limited to quadraplexes and above. See Appendix B for more detailed information. 1.1 Exterior enhancements, improvements and renovations including landscaping and lighting. 2. Matching Revitalization Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. Limited to quadraplexes and above. See Appendix C for more detailed information. 3.1 Exterior and/or Interior improvements necessary to bring the structure up to building, safety, and fire safety code. (This grant is not intended for general property maintenance including yard maintenance or similar.) 3. Paint Voucher Grant — 100% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $5,000. • Limited to owner -occupied single residences or duplexes. • Up to 10% of the grant award may be used for repairs or prep work. • Work to be completed by the property owner/others will require a written estimate for cost of paint, type of paint, and color. • Within the C-1, C-2, and M-1 zoning districts, any exterior building or roof color used shall be well designed and integrated with the architectural style of the building and surrounding landscaping in order to create a subtle and harmonious effect and promote aesthetic uniformity within the district. Bright or brilliant colors shall not be permitted except for use as an accent color within the C-1, C-2, or M-1 zoning districts. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 32 �.� t OF CAPE CANAVERAL FINDING OF NECESSITY FIGURE 1: CRA BOUNDARY rva'rN+uuwi a ..y�� N• NN•• •N SIMI • Nr P 1611 A411. -- nos �. ANN b w 17�� .1 111111mann ■inn- 1 l —5117 tT City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 33 GENERAL CRA INCENTIVES PROGRAMS REQUIREMENTS 1. Funds will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. Only one grant award per structure, based on the order of requests and available funds. 2. Tenants may qualify upon receipt of written consent from the property owner. 3. Matching grant funds require an up -front matching dollar -for -dollar expenditure by the owner/tenant. Paint Voucher grants do not require owner/tenant matching. 4. No work for which a grant is sought shall begin until authorized. 5. To qualify for grant funds, an application must be submitted to the CRA with all applicable permits (not part of grant request) and/or estimates for work (verified by an outside source). 6. Any unapproved changes may void the grant approval and CRA may withhold payment. 7. Amounts noted in the Programs are the maximum funds permitted; no guarantee or expectation of maximum funding is implied. CRA may approve at its sole discretion partial funding for any Project. 8. By accepting funds from the CRA, the applicant agrees to an audit of the Project at any time. 9. The CRA may attach and/or impose any conditions of approval as deemed prudent and necessary in fulfillment of the requested grant program and issuance of funds. All Project applications must meet, or by this Project will meet, City codes, land use/zoning, sanitary, building and fire codes. 10. Only completed applications, including all supporting documentation, will be accepted. 11. Applicants for CRA Programs and Grants must be current on property taxes, both City and County. 12. Professional consulting services provided by General Contractors, Engineers, Architects, and Design Consultants must be licensed in the State of Florida, as applicable. 13. The building must be structurally sound. ELIGIBILITY FOR MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD PAINT VOUCHER GRANTS 1. Grants are only available to owner -occupied single residences, duplexes and multi -family properties. 2. Applicant must be current on property taxes, both City and County. 3. All Project applications must meet, or by this Project will meet, City codes; land use/zoning; and sanitary, building and fire codes (except where the Program request will address and remedy code violations). 4. The property must not be subject to current code enforcement actions. 5. Tenants may qualify upon receipt of written consent from the property owner. 6. To qualify for grant funds, an application must be submitted to the CRA with all applicable permits (not part of grant request) and/or estimates for work (verified by an outside source). The following items are specifically ineligible for the program: 1. Non -fixed improvements. 2. Improvements made prior to grant approval. 3. Sweat equity payments (i.e. reimbursement for applicant's own labor and performance of renovation work or new construction). City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 34 GENERAL GRANT PROVISIONS FOR MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD PAINT VOUCHER GRANTS 1. Grants will be awarded on a first-come first-served basis. 2. Amounts noted in the Programs are the maximum funds permitted; no guarantee or expectation of maximum funding is implied. CRA may approve, at its sole discretion, partial funding for any Project. 3. Any unapproved changes may void the grant approval and CRA may withhold payment. 4. Reimbursements paid as part of any subsequent Program require pre -approval bv the CRA and receipts for services and/or materials. 5. By accepting funds from the CRA, the applicant agrees to use colors approved by the CRA. 6. Up to 10% of the grant award may be used for repairs or prep work. 7. The Applicant shall incur all initial project costs and may receive reimbursement only after all improvements have been completed in accordance with the grant award. 8. Grant funds will be disbursed upon the receipt of a finding of project completion by the CRA. 9. The finding of project completion will be granted when the CRA has received the following package: a. Written notification from the Owner that the project is complete. b. Copies of paid invoices and evidence of payment (cancelled checks). 10. Project completion must be within two (2) months of the issuance of the voucher. Extensions may be granted by the CRA under special circumstances. APPLICATION/AWARD PROCEDURES FOR MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD PAINT VOUCHER GRANTS Qualified applicants must schedule an appointment with the CRA prior to preparing an application for submittal. The CRA office is located in the Community Development Depaitment in City Hall at 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920. Appointments may be made by calling (321) 868-1220. Within ten (10) business days of application submittal, the CRA will review the application for completeness. A post -application submittal conference will be held with the Applicant to discuss any deficiencies or issues with the application. At this time, the CRA may request that the Applicant provide additional information. Within ten (10) days of receiving the completed application, the CRA will review the application against the review criteria and prepare a recommendation for the Development Review Committee (DRC). The recommendation will be presented at the next DRC regularly scheduled meeting. Applicants will also be sent a copy of the recommendation. The DRC will determine by majority vote whether the application is approved or denied, with or without conditions. The Applicant will be notified in writing of the decision within five (5) business days of the DRC meeting. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 35 SELECTION CRITERIA FOR MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD PAINT VOUCHER GRANTS The CRA will review completed applications against review criteria and will state its findings in a recommendation to the DRC. Scoring Criteria CRITERIA POINTS Private Contribution 20 points maximum Less than $1,000 10 Between $1,000 and $2,500 15 More than $2,500 20 Location 20 points maximum On: Astronaut Blvd., A1A, No. Atlantic Ave., Central Ave., Center St., or Polk Ave. 25 Other locations 5 Overall Condition of the Buildings Excellent Good In need of major repairs TOTAL POINTS EARNED Applications that score below 30 points will be recommended for denial. Applicants are advised that grant funds are provided at the sole discretion of the CRA and the findings stated in the recommendation do not create an entitlement to funding. 20 points maximum 20 15 5 60 points maximum City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 36 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL CRA MULTI -FAMILY OR RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD PAINT VOUCHER GRANT APPLICATION Prior to completion of this application. please contact the CRA to review this process at (321)868-1220. press 3. City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 Name and Type of Property Location of Property (Street address, name of building if applicable) Property Owner Contact (if different from owner) Email Address Property Owner Mailing Address Date Phone The Paint Voucher provides 100% reimbursement of costs for paint with a maximum reimbursement up to $5, 000 — only for owner -occupied single residences, duplexes or triplexes. Requested Grant Amount $ • The property must be in need of painting. CRA staff will verify if home is in need of painting. Mobile homes do not qualify for the paint program. • The Applicant must provide proof of ownership and of residence. • A recent color picture must be submitted at the time of application. • Paint sample must be provided at time of application of the base and trim colors Signature of Owner Community Redevelopment Coordinator, Staff use only Date of initial contact: Staff representative: Design Professional: ❑ Pre -Application Meeting ❑ Electronic submission ❑ In person ❑ Post -Application Meeting DRC: ❑ Approved ❑ Denied Date City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 37 APPENDIX E REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: LARGE GRANT PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 38 REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: LARGE GRANT PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS It is the intent of the City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to provide financial assistance to qualified owners of properties located within the boundaries of the CRA (See Figure 1 - CRA Boundary on following page) for eligible building or site improvements that contribute to the physical, economic, social, and aesthetic well-being of the City of Cape Canaveral. This section specifies the types of Grants; and provides detailed information on the Large Grant Program including: Eligibility, General Provisions, Application/ Award Procedures, and Application Form. TYPES OF REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS GRANTS There are several types of Rehabilitation, Redevelopment, and Repurposing of Existing Buildings Grants: (1) Large Grant Program, (2) Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grant, (3) Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grant, and (4) Site Preparation Grant. This appendix addresses the Large Grant Program. Go to Appendix F for Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grants, Appendix G for Commercial Life Safety_ Compliance Grants. and Appendix H for Site Preparation Grants. A. Large Grant Program - 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $25,000 for repurposing of existing building(s), including commercial projects that are mixed- use, entertainment, industrial, office, technology-based businesses, or a jobs -producing entity, as determined/approved by the CRA. B. Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grant 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000 for revitalization/preservation of existing commercial buildings for exterior and code -related interior improvements including (See Appendix F for more detailed information): 1. Electrical work. except as related to Facade Grants. 2. Roof, soffit, and chimney repairs. C. Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000. See Appendix G for more detailed information. 1. Sprinkler systems — as required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code. 2. Fire alarm systems — as required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code. D. Site Preparation — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000 to assist with demolition/removal of obsolete structures, thereby beautifying the property and increasing its marketability. See Appendix H for more detailed information. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 39 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL FINDING OF NECES31 FIGURE 1: CRA BOUNDARY Mr N t i • nnn. . 41,-.1111,1,11,1110. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 40 GENERAL CRA INCENTIVES PROGRAMS REQUIREMENTS 1. Funds will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. Only one grant award per structure, based on the order of requests and available funds. 2. Tenants may qualify upon receipt of written consent from the property owner. 3. Matching grant funds require an up -front matching dollar -for -dollar expenditure by the owner/tenant. Paint Voucher grants do not require owner/tenant matching. 4. No work for which a grant is sought shall begin until authorized. 5. To qualify for grant funds, an application must be submitted to the CRA with all applicable permits (not part of grant request) and/or estimates for work (verified by an outside source). 6. Any unapproved changes may void the grant approval and CRA may withhold payment. 7. Amounts noted in the Programs are the maximum funds permitted; no guarantee or expectation of maximum funding is implied. CRA may approve at its sole discretion partial funding for any Project. 8. By accepting funds from the CRA, the applicant agrees to an audit of the Project at any time. 9. The CRA may attach and/or impose any conditions of approval as deemed prudent and necessary in fulfillment of the requested grant program and issuance of funds. All Project applications must meet, or by this Project will meet, City codes, land use/zoning, sanitary, building and fire codes. 10. Only completed applications, including all supporting documentation, will be accepted. 11. Applicants for CRA Programs and Grants must be current on property taxes, both City and County. 12. Professional consulting services provided by General Contractors, Engineers, Architects, and Design Consultants must be licensed in the State of Florida, as applicable. 13. The building must be structurally sound. PROVISIONS FOR REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: LARGE GRANT PROGRAM 1. An applicant must contribute at least 50% towards the total cost of the eligible improvement. 2. Expenses must be related to direct labor, equipment, or materials associated with the eligible improvement to be counted towards the project cost. 3. The Applicant shall incur all initial project costs and may receive reimbursement only after all improvements have been completed in accordance with the grant award. 4. Grant funds will be disbursed upon the receipt of a finding of project completion by the CRA. 5. The finding of project completion will be granted when the CRA has received the following package: a. Written notification from the Owner that the project is complete. b. Copies of all required permits and occupancy certificates. c. Copies of paid invoices and evidence of payment (cancelled checks). 6. Applicants must receive a building permit within six (6) months from the date the CRA approves the grant request or the funding will expire. Extensions may be granted under special circumstances. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 41 7. Project completion must be within twelve (12) months of the issuance of a building permit. Extensions may be granted under special circumstances. The following items are specifically ineligible for this Program: 1. Parking lot paving. 2. Other improvements required for redevelopment or occupancy of the property, with the sole intention of complying with the City of Cape Canaveral's Building Codes. 3. Roof repair or replacement. 4. Installation of seasonal planting or other seasonal landscaping. 5. Permit fees. 6. Inventory/fixtures/equipment. 7. Non -fixed improvements. 8. Improvements made prior to grant approval. 9. Refinancing existing debt. 10. Sweat equity payments (i.e. reimbursement for applicant's own labor and performance of renovation work or new construction). APPLICATION/AWARD PROCEDURES FOR REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: LARGE GRANT PROGRAM Qualified applicants must schedule a pre -application meeting with the CRA prior to preparing an application for submittal. The CRA office is located in the Community Development Depaitnient in City Hall at 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920. Appointments may be made by calling (321) 868- 1220. Within ten (10) business days of application submittal, the CRA will review the application for completeness. Should any deficiencies or issues with the application surface during the review process, a post -application submittal conference will be held with the Applicant to discuss the deficiencies or issues. The CRA may request that the Applicant provide additional information. Within ten (10) days of receiving the completed application, the CRA will review the application against the review criteria and prepare a recommendation for the City's Development Review Committee (DRC). Applicants will also be sent a copy of the recommendation. The DRC will determine by majority vote whether the application is approved or denied, with or without conditions. The Applicant will be notified in writing of the DRC's decision within five (5) business days of the decision. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 42 SELECTION CRITERIA FOR REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: LARGE GRANT PROGRAM The CRA will review completed applications against review criteria and will state its findings in a recommendation to the City's Development Review Committee (DRC). Scoring Criteria CRITERIA POINTS Private Contribution 20 points maximum 50% to 69% of total Project amount 10 70% to 90% of total Project amount 20 Location 25 points maximum On: Astronaut Blvd., A1A, No. Atlantic Ave., Central Ave., Center St., or Polk Ave. 25 Other locations 5 Economic Impact — Job Creation 30 points maximum High Economic Impact 30 Moderate Economic Impact 20 Some Economic Impact 10 Economic Impact — Surrounding Property Values 30 points maximum High Economic Impact 30 Moderate Economic Impact 20 Some Economic Impact 10 Compatibility of proposed improvements to surrounding structures/styles 20 points maximum Good 20 Fair 10 Poor 0 TOTAL POINTS EARNED Applications that score below 60 points will be recommended for denial. 125 points maximum Applicants are advised that grant funds are provided at the sole discretion of the CRA and the findings stated in the recommendation do not create an entitlement to funding. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 43 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL CRA REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: LARGE GRANT PROGRAM GRANT APPLICATION Prior to completion of this application. please contact the CRA to review this process at (321)868-1220. press 3 City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 Name and Type of Business Location of Business (Street address, name of building if applicable) Date Property Owner Phone Contact (if different from owner) Email Address Property Owner Mailing Address Rehabilitation, Redevelopment, and Repurposing of Existing Buildings: Large Grant Program provides 50% Reimbursement of Project Costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $25,000 for repurposing of existing building(s), including commercial projects that are mixed-use, entertainment, industrial, office, technology-based businesses, or a jobs producing entity, as determined/approved by the CRA. Estimated Cost of Project $ Requested Grant Amount $ General description of proposed improvement: ❑ Facade ❑ Interior Space Redesign ❑ Electrical/Plumbing ❑ Other: Community Redevelopment Coordinator, Staff use only Date of initial contact: Staff representative: Design Professional: ❑ Pre -Application Meeting ❑ Electronic submission ❑ In person ❑ Post -Application Meeting Development Review Committee: ❑ Approved ❑ Denied Date Property Site File Number City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 44 Proposed Scope of Work: Please provide a brief, general description of the work to be performed, materials to be used, color and material samples (if applicable). Exterior Walls (Includes front facade, second facade (if applicable), structural, decorative and non-functional elements) Windows/Doors Awnings/Canopies Walls/Fencing/Landscaping Painting Signage Other What is the current/previous use of the building(s)? What is the proposed use of the building(s)? Attachments: The following attachments are required: ❑ Project schedule. ❑ Photographs of the existing building and proposed project area. ❑ Schematic drawings illustrating proposed work, or pictures with project description outlines. ❑ Three (3) cost estimates. Signature of Applicant Signature of Owner (If other than Applicant) City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 45 APPENDIX F REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: REHABILITATION MATCHING REVITALIZATION GRANT REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 46 REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: REHABILITATION MATCHING REVITALIZATION GRANTS REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS It is the intent of the City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to provide financial assistance to qualified owners of properties located within the boundaries of the CRA (See Figure 1 - CRA Boundary on following page) for eligible building or site improvements that contribute to the physical, economic, social, and aesthetic well-being of the City of Cape Canaveral. This section specifies the types of Rehabilitation, Redevelopment, and Repurposing of Existing Buildings Grants; and provides detailed information on the Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grants, including: Eligibility, General Provisions, Application/ Award Procedures, and Application Form. TYPES OF REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS GRANTS There are several types of Rehabilitation, Redevelopment, and Repurposing of Existing Buildings Grants: (1) Large Grant Program, (2) Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grant, (3) Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grant, and (4) Site Preparation Grant. This appendix addresses Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grants. Go to Appendix E for the Large Grant Program. Appendix G for Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grants. and Appendix H for Site Preparation Grants. A. Large Grant Program - 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $25,000 for repurposing of existing building(s), including commercial projects that are mixed-use, entertainment, industrial, office, technology-based businesses, or a jobs -producing entity, as determined/approved by the CRA. See Appendix E for more detailed information. B. Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grant 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000 for revitalization/preservation of existing commercial buildings for exterior and code -related interior improvements including: 1. Electrical work, except as related to Facade Grants. 2. Roof, soffit, and chimney repairs. C. Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000. See Appendix G for more detailed information. 1. Sprinkler systems — as required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code. 2. Fire alarm systems — as required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code. D. Site Preparation — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000 to assist with demolition/removal of obsolete structures, thereby beautifying the property and increasing its marketability. See Appendix H for more detailed information. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 47 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL FINDING OF NECESSITY FIGURE 1: CRA BOUNDARY Ir .a U... Y. r. •......44 4armi- ewl LIIr11111� • 4 A:" rill kg e. pro —. �� ui. (— . Amy= rrytri i 11111.1 — MNI' 1 IMF MIL 1111111111111 *:.�-L� .- i Iw I �M ' 1I a 11111 I i 1111 z�. ro/F1 -j in • .. Q City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 48 GENERAL CRA INCENTIVES PROGRAMS REQUIREMENTS 1. Funds will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. Only one grant award per structure, based on the order of requests and available funds. 2. Tenants may qualify upon receipt of written consent from the property owner. 3. Matching grant funds require an up -front matching dollar -for -dollar expenditure by the owner/tenant. Paint Voucher grants do not require owner/tenant matching. 4. No work for which a grant is sought shall begin until authorized. 5. To qualify for grant funds, an application must be submitted to the CRA with all applicable permits (not part of grant request) and/or estimates for work (verified by an outside source). 6. Any unapproved changes may void the grant approval and CRA may withhold payment. 7. Amounts noted in the Programs are the maximum funds permitted; no guarantee or expectation of maximum funding is implied. CRA may approve at its sole discretion partial funding for any Project. 8. By accepting funds from the CRA, the applicant agrees to an audit of the Project at any time. 9. The CRA may attach and/or impose any conditions of approval as deemed prudent and necessary in fulfillment of the requested grant program and issuance of funds. All Project applications must meet, or by this Project will meet, City codes, land use/zoning, sanitary, building and fire codes. 10. Only completed applications, including all supporting documentation, will be accepted. 11. Applicants for CRA Programs and Grants must be current on property taxes, both City and County. 12. Professional consulting services provided by General Contractors, Engineers, Architects, and Design Consultants must be licensed in the State of Florida, as applicable. 13. The building must be structurally sound. PROVISIONS FOR REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: REHABILITATION MATCHING REVITALIZATION GRANTS 1. An applicant must contribute at least 50% towards the total cost of the eligible improvement. 2. Expenses must be related to direct labor, equipment, or materials associated with the eligible improvement to be counted towards the project cost. 3. The Applicant shall incur all initial project costs and may receive reimbursement only after all improvements have been completed in accordance with the grant award. 4. Grant funds will be disbursed upon the receipt of a finding of project completion by the CRA. 5. The finding of project completion will be granted when the CRA has received the following package: a. Written notification from the Owner that the project is complete. b. Copies of all required permits and occupancy certificates. c. Copies of paid invoices and evidence of payment (cancelled checks). 6. Applicants must receive a building permit within six (6) months from the date the CRA approves the grant request or the funding will expire. Extensions may be granted under special circumstances. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 49 7. Project completion must be within twelve (12) months of the issuance of a building permit. Extensions may be granted under special circumstances. The following items are specifically ineligible for this Program: 1. Parking lot paving. 2. Other improvements required for redevelopment or occupancy of the property, with the sole intention of complying with the City of Cape Canaveral's Building Codes. 3. Installation of seasonal planting or other seasonal landscaping. 4. Permit fees. 5. Inventory/fixtures/equipment. 6. Non -fixed improvements. 7. Improvements made prior to grant approval. 8. Refinancing existing debt. 9. Sweat equity payments (i.e. reimbursement for applicant's own labor and performance of renovation work or new construction). APPLICATION/AWARD PROCEDURES FOR REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: REHABILITATION MATCHING REVITALIZATION GRANTS Qualified applicants must schedule a pre -application meeting with the CRA prior to preparing an application for submittal. The CRA office is located in the Community Development Department in City Hall at 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920. Appointments may be made by calling (321) 868- 1220, press 3. Within ten (10) business days of application submittal, the CRA will review the application for completeness. Should any deficiencies or issues with the application surface during the review process, a post -application submittal conference will be held with the Applicant to discuss the deficiencies or issues. The CRA may request that the Applicant provide additional information. Within ten (10) days of receiving the completed application, the CRA will review the application against the review criteria and prepare a recommendation for the City's Development Review Committee (DRC). Applicants will also be sent a copy of the recommendation. The DRC will determine by majority vote whether the application is approved or denied, with or without conditions. The Applicant will be notified in writing of the DRC's decision within five (5) business days of the decision. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 50 SELECTION CRITERIA FOR REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: REHABILITATION MATCHING REVITALIZATION GRANTS The CRA will review completed applications against review criteria and will state its findings in a recommendation to the City's Development Review Committee (DRC). Scoring Criteria CRITERIA POINTS Private Contribution 20 points maximum 50% to 69% of total Project amount 10 70% to 90% of total Project amount 20 Location 25 points maximum On: Astronaut Blvd., Al A, No. Atlantic Ave., Central Ave., Center St., or Polk Ave. 25 Other locations 5 Economic Impact — Job Creation 30 points maximum High Economic Impact 30 Moderate Economic Impact 20 Some Economic Impact 10 Economic Impact — Surrounding Property Values 30 points maximum High Economic Impact 30 Moderate Economic Impact 20 Some Economic Impact 10 Overall Condition of the Buildings(s) Excellent Good In need of major repairs TOTAL POINTS EARNED Applications that score below 60 points will be recommended for denial. Applicants are advised that grant funds are provided at the sole discretion of the CRA and the findings stated in the recommendation do not create an entitlement to funding. 20 points maximum 20 15 5 125 points maximum City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 51 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL CRA REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: REHABILITATION MATCHING REVITALIZATION GRANTS GRANT APPLICATION Prior to completion of this application. please contact the CRA to review this process at (321)868-1220. press 3. City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 Name and Type of Business Location of Business (Street address, name of building if applicable) Date Property Owner Phone Contact (if different from owner) Email Address Property Owner Mailing Address Rehabilitation, Redevelopment, and Repurposing of Existing Buildings: Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grant provides 50% Reimbursement of Project Costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000 for revitalization/preservation of existing commercial buildings for exterior and code -related interior improvements including: electrical work, except as related to Facade Grants; and roof soffit, and chimney repairs. Estimated Cost of Project $ Requested Grant Amount $ General description of proposed improvement: ❑ Electrical ❑ Plumbing ❑ Roof/soffit/chimney ❑ Other: Community Redevelopment Coordinator, Staff use only Date of initial contact: Staff representative: Design Professional: ❑ Pre -Application Meeting ❑ Electronic submission ❑ In person ❑ Post -Application Meeting Development Review Committee: ❑ Approved ❑ Denied Date Property Site File Number City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 52 Proposed Scope of Work: Please provide a brief, general description of the work to be performed, materials to be used, color and material samples (if applicable). Electrical Plumbing Signage Roof/soffit/chimney repairs Site work Signage Other Attachments: The following attachments are required: ❑ Project schedule. ❑ Photographs of the existing building and proposed project area. ❑ Schematic drawings illustrating proposed work, or pictures with project description outlines. ❑ Three (3) cost estimates. Signature of Applicant Signature of Owner (If other than Applicant) City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 53 APPENDIX G REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: COMMERCIAL LIFE SAFETY COMPLIANCE GRANT REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 54 REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: COMMERCIAL LIFE SAFETY COMPLIANCE GRANT REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS It is the intent of the City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to provide financial assistance to qualified owners of properties located within the boundaries of the CRA (See Figure 1 - CRA Boundary on following page) for eligible building or site improvements that contribute to the physical, economic, social, and aesthetic well-being of the City of Cape Canaveral. This section specifies the types of Rehabilitation, Redevelopment, and Repurposing of Existing Buildings Grants; and provides detailed information on the Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grants, including: Eligibility, General Provisions, Application/ Award Procedures, and Application Form. TYPES OF REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS GRANTS There are several types of Rehabilitation, Redevelopment, and Repurposing of Existing Buildings Grants: (1) Large Grant Program, (2) Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grant, (3) Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grant, and (4) Site Preparation Grant. This appendix addresses Commercial Life Safetv Compliance Grants. Go to Appendix E for the Large Grant Program. Appendix F for Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grants. and Appendix H for Site Preparation Grants. D. Large Grant Program - 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $25,000 for repurposing of existing building(s), including commercial projects that are mixed-use, entertainment, industrial, office, technology-based businesses, or a jobs -producing entity, as determined/approved by the CRA. See Appendix E for more detailed information. E. Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grant 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000 for revitalization/preservation of existing commercial buildings for exterior and code -related interior improvements including (see Appendix F for more detailed information): 3. Electrical work, except as related to Facade Grants. 4. Roof, soffit, and chimney repairs. F. Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000. See Appendix G for more detailed information. 2. Sprinkler systems — as required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code. 2. Fire alarm systems — as required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code. D. Site Preparation — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000 to assist with demolition/removal of obsolete structures, thereby beautifying the property and increasing its marketability. See Appendix H for more detailed information. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 55 Lit t OF CAPE CANAVERAL FINDING OF Ni Lr.:5.,1 1 FIGURE 1: CRA BOUNDARY LEGEND CIA BOUNDARY A • jt NT MI 2 City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 56 GENERAL CRA INCENTIVES PROGRAMS REQUIREMENTS 1. Funds will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. Only one grant award per structure, based on the order of requests and available funds. 2. Tenants may qualify upon receipt of written consent from the property owner. 3. Matching grant funds require an up -front matching dollar -for -dollar expenditure by the owner/tenant. Paint Voucher grants do not require owner/tenant matching. 4. No work for which a grant is sought shall begin until authorized. 5. To qualify for grant funds, an application must be submitted to the CRA with all applicable permits (not part of grant request) and/or estimates for work (verified by an outside source). 6. Any unapproved changes may void the grant approval and CRA may withhold payment. 7. Amounts noted in the Programs are the maximum funds permitted; no guarantee or expectation of maximum funding is implied. CRA may approve at its sole discretion partial funding for any Project. 8. By accepting funds from the CRA, the applicant agrees to an audit of the Project at any time. 9. The CRA may attach and/or impose any conditions of approval as deemed prudent and necessary in fulfillment of the requested grant program and issuance of funds. All Project applications must meet, or by this Project will meet, City codes, land use/zoning, sanitary, building and fire codes. 10. Only completed applications, including all supporting documentation, will be accepted. 11. Applicants for CRA Programs and Grants must be current on property taxes, both City and County. 12. Professional consulting services provided by General Contractors, Engineers, Architects, and Design Consultants must be licensed in the State of Florida, as applicable. 13. The building must be structurally sound. PROVISIONS FOR REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: COMMERCIAL LIFE SAFETY COMPLIANCE GRANT 1. An applicant must contribute at least 50% towards the total cost of the eligible improvement. 2. Expenses must be related to direct labor, equipment, or materials associated with the eligible improvement to be counted towards the project cost. 3. The Applicant shall incur all initial project costs and may receive reimbursement only after all improvements have been completed in accordance with the grant award. 4. Grant funds will be disbursed upon the receipt of a finding of project completion by the CRA. 5. The finding of project completion will be granted when the CRA has received the following package: a. Written notification from the Owner that the project is complete. b. Copies of all required permits and occupancy certificates. c. Copies of paid invoices and evidence of payment (cancelled checks). 6. Applicants must receive a building permit within six (6) months from the date the CRA approves the grant request or the funding will expire. Extensions may be granted under special circumstances. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 57 7. Project completion must be within twelve (12) months of the issuance of a building permit. Extensions may be granted under special circumstances. The following items are specifically ineligible for this Program: 1. Parking lot paving. 2. Other improvements required for redevelopment or occupancy of the property, with the sole intention of complying with the City of Cape Canaveral's Building Codes. 3. Installation of seasonal planting or other seasonal landscaping. 4. Permit fees. 5. Inventory/fixtures/equipment. 6. Non -fixed improvements. 7. Improvements made prior to grant approval. 8. Refinancing existing debt. 9. Sweat equity payments (i.e. reimbursement for applicant's own labor and performance of renovation work or new construction). APPLICATION/AWARD PROCEDURES FOR REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: COMMERCIAL LIFE SAFETY COMPLIANCE GRANT Qualified applicants must schedule a pre -application meeting with the CRA prior to preparing an application for submittal. The CRA office is located in the Community Development Department in City Hall at 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920. Appointments may be made by calling (321) 868- 1220, press 3. Within ten (10) business days of application submittal, the CRA will review the application for completeness. Should any deficiencies or issues with the application surface during the review process, a post -application submittal conference will be held with the Applicant to discuss the deficiencies or issues. The CRA may request that the Applicant provide additional information. Within ten (10) days of receiving the completed application, the CRA will review the application against the review criteria and prepare a recommendation for the City's Development Review Committee (DRC). Applicants will also be sent a copy of the recommendation. The DRC will determine by majority vote whether the application is approved or denied, with or without conditions. The Applicant will be notified in writing of the DRC's decision within five (5) business days of the decision. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 58 SELECTION CRITERIA FOR REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: COMMERCIAL LIFE SAFETY COMPLIANCE GRANT The CRA will review completed applications against review criteria and will state its findings in a recommendation to the City's Development Review Committee (DRC). Scoring Criteria CRITERIA POINTS Private Contribution 20 points maximum 50% to 69% of total Project amount 10 70% to 90% of total Project amount 20 Location 25 points maximum On: Astronaut Blvd., Al A, No. Atlantic Ave., Central Ave., Center St., or Polk Ave. 25 Other locations 5 Economic Impact — Job Creation 30 points maximum High Economic Impact 30 Moderate Economic Impact 20 Some Economic Impact 10 Economic Impact — Surrounding Property Values 30 points maximum High Economic Impact 30 Moderate Economic Impact 20 Some Economic Impact 10 Overall Condition of the Buildings(s) Excellent Good In need of major repairs TOTAL POINTS EARNED Applications that score below 60 points will be recommended for denial. Applicants are advised that grant funds are provided at the sole discretion of the CRA and the findings stated in the recommendation do not create an entitlement to funding. 20 points maximum 20 15 5 125 points maximum City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 59 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL CRA REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: COMMERCIAL LIFE SAFETY COMPLIANCE GRANT GRANT APPLICATION Prior to completion of this application. please contact the CRA to review this process at (321)868-1220. press 3. City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 Name and Type of Business Location of Business (Street address, name of building if applicable) Date Property Owner Phone Contact (if different from owner) Email Address Property Owner Mailing Address Rehabilitation, Redevelopment, and Repurposing of Existing Buildings: Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grant 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000 for (1) Sprinkler systems as required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code, (2) Fire alarm systems — as required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code. Estimated Cost of Project $ Requested Grant Amount $ General description of proposed improvement: ❑ Sprinkler System ❑ Fire Alarm System ❑ Other: Community Redevelopment Coordinator, Staff use only Date of initial contact: Staff representative: Design Professional: ❑ Pre -Application Meeting ❑ Electronic submission ❑ In person ❑ Post -Application Meeting Development Review Committee: ❑ Approved ❑ Denied Date Property Site File Number 1 City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 60 Proposed Scope of Work: Please provide a brief, general description of the work to be performed, materials to be used, color and material samples (if applicable). Sprinkler System Fire Alarm System Other Attachments: The following attachments are required: ❑ Project schedule. ❑ Photographs of the existing building and proposed project area. ❑ Schematic drawings illustrating proposed work, or pictures with project description outlines. ❑ Three (3) cost estimates. Signature of Applicant Signature of Owner (If other than Applicant) City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 61 APPENDIX H REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: SITE PREPARATION GRANTS REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 62 REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: SITE PREPARATION REQUIREMENTS, PROCEDURES, AND APPLICATION FORMS It is the intent of the City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to provide financial assistance to qualified owners of properties located within the boundaries of the CRA (See Figure 1 - CRA Boundary on following page) for eligible building or site improvements that contribute to the physical, economic, social, and aesthetic well-being of the City of Cape Canaveral. This section specifies the types of Rehabilitation, Redevelopment, and Repurposing of Existing Buildings Grants; and provides detailed information on the Site Preparation Grants, including: Eligibility, General Provisions, Application/ Award Procedures, and Application Form. TYPES OF REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS GRANTS There are several types of Rehabilitation, Redevelopment, and Repurposing of Existing Buildings Grants: (1) Large Grant Program, (2) Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grant, (3) Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grant, and (4) Site Preparation Grant. This appendix addresses Site Preparation Grants. Go to Appendix E for the Large Grant Program, Appendix F for Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grants. and Appendix G Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grants. A. Large Grant Program - 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $25,000 for repurposing of existing buildina(s), including commercial projects that are mixed-use, entertainment, industrial, office, technology-based businesses, or a jobs -producing entity, as determined/approved by the CRA. See Appendix E for more detailed information. B. Rehabilitation Matching Revitalization Grant 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000 for revitalization/preservation of existing commercial buildings for exterior and code -related interior improvements including (see Appendix F for more detailed information): 1. Electrical work, except as related to Facade Grants. 2. Roof, soffit, and chimney repairs. C. Commercial Life Safety Compliance Grant — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000. See Appendix G for more detailed information 1. Sprinkler systems — as required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code. 2. Fire alarm systems — as required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code. D. Site Preparation — 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10,000 to assist with demolition/removal of obsolete structures, thereby beautifying the property and increasing its marketability. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 63 Li t OF CAPE CANAVERAL FINDING OF Ni Lr.:5.,1 1 FIGURE 1: CRA BOUNDARY LEGEND CIA BOUNDARY A • NT MI 2 City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 64 GENERAL CRA INCENTIVES PROGRAMS REQUIREMENTS 1. Funds will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. Only one grant award per structure, based on the order of requests and available funds. 2. Tenants may qualify upon receipt of written consent from the property owner. 3. Matching grant funds require an up -front matching dollar -for -dollar expenditure by the owner/tenant. Paint Voucher grants do not require owner/tenant matching. 4. No work for which a grant is sought shall begin until authorized. 5. To qualify for grant funds, an application must be submitted to the CRA with all applicable permits (not part of grant request) and/or estimates for work (verified by an outside source). 6. Any unapproved changes may void the grant approval and CRA may withhold payment. 7. Amounts noted in the Programs are the maximum funds permitted; no guarantee or expectation of maximum funding is implied. CRA may approve at its sole discretion partial funding for any Project. 8. By accepting funds from the CRA, the applicant agrees to an audit of the Project at any time. 9. The CRA may attach and/or impose any conditions of approval as deemed prudent and necessary in fulfillment of the requested grant program and issuance of funds. All Project applications must meet, or by this Project will meet, City codes, land use/zoning, sanitary, building and fire codes. 10. Only completed applications, including all supporting documentation, will be accepted. 11. Applicants for CRA Programs and Grants must be current on property taxes, both City and County. 12. Professional consulting services provided by General Contractors, Engineers, Architects, and Design Consultants must be licensed in the State of Florida, as applicable. 13. The building must be structurally sound. PROVISIONS FOR REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: SITE PREPARATION GRANT 1. An applicant must contribute at least 50% towards the total cost of the eligible improvement. 2. Expenses must be related to direct labor, equipment, or materials associated with the eligible improvement to be counted towards the project cost. 3. The Applicant shall incur all initial project costs and may receive reimbursement only after all improvements have been completed in accordance with the grant award. 4. Grant funds will be disbursed upon the receipt of a finding of project completion by the CRA. 5. The finding of project completion will be granted when the CRA has received the following package: a. Written notification from the Owner that the project is complete. b. Copies of all required permits and occupancy certificates. c. Copies of paid invoices and evidence of payment (cancelled checks). 6. Applicants must receive a building permit within six (6) months from the date the CRA approves the grant request or the funding will expire. Extensions may be granted under special circumstances. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 65 7. Project completion must be within twelve (12) months of the issuance of a building permit. Extensions may be granted under special circumstances. The following items are specifically ineligible for this Program: 1. Parking lot paving. 2. Other improvements required for redevelopment or occupancy of the property, with the sole intention of complying with the City of Cape Canaveral's Building Codes. 3. Installation of seasonal planting or other seasonal landscaping. 4. Permit fees. 5. Inventory/fixtures/equipment. 6. Non -fixed improvements. 7. Improvements made prior to grant approval. 8. Refinancing existing debt. 9. Sweat equity payments (i.e. reimbursement for applicant's own labor and performance of renovation work or new construction). APPLICATION/AWARD PROCEDURES FOR REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: SITE PREPARATION GRANT Qualified applicants must schedule a pre -application meeting with the CRA prior to preparing an application for submittal. The CRA office is located in the Community Development Department in City Hall at 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920. Appointments may be made by calling (321) 868- 1220. Within ten (10) business days of application submittal, the CRA will review the application for completeness. Should any deficiencies or issues with the application surface during the review process, a post -application submittal conference will be held with the Applicant to discuss the deficiencies or issues. The CRA may request that the Applicant provide additional information. Within ten (10) days of receiving the completed application, the CRA will review the application against the review criteria and prepare a recommendation for the City's Development Review Committee (DRC). Applicants will also be sent a copy of the recommendation. The DRC will determine by majority vote whether the application is approved or denied, with or without conditions. The Applicant will be notified in writing of the DRC's decision within five (5) business days of the decision. City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 66 SELECTION CRITERIA FOR REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: SITE PREPARATION GRANT The CRA will review completed applications against review criteria and will state its findings in a recommendation to the City's Development Review Committee (DRC). Scoring Criteria CRITERIA POINTS Private Contribution 20 points maximum 50% to 69% of total Project amount 10 70% to 90% of total Project amount 20 Location 20 points maximum On: Astronaut Blvd., Al A, No. Atlantic Ave., Central Ave., Center St., or Polk Ave. 20 Other locations 5 Potential New Development Economic Impact — Job Creation 30 points maximum High Economic Impact 30 Moderate Economic Impact 20 Some Economic Impact 10 Potential New Development Economic Impact — Surrounding Property Values 30 points maximum High Economic Impact 30 Moderate Economic Impact 20 Some Economic Impact 10 TOTAL POINTS EARNED Applications that score below 50 points will be recommended for denial. Applicants are advised that grant funds are provided at the sole discretion of the CRA and the findings stated in the recommendation do not create an entitlement to funding. 100 points maximum City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 67 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL CRA REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND REPURPOSING OF EXISTING BUILDINGS: SITE PREPARATION GRANT GRANT APPLICATION Prior to completion of this application. please contact the CRA to review this process at (321)868-1220. press 3. City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency 100 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 Name and Type of Business Location of Business (Street address, name of building if applicable) Date Property Owner Phone Contact (if different from owner) Email Address Property Owner Mailing Address Rehabilitation, Redevelopment, and Repurposing of Existing Buildings: Site Preparation Grant 50% reimbursement of project costs with a maximum reimbursement up to $10, 000 for the demolition/removal of obsolete structures. Estimated Cost of Project $ Requested Grant Amount $ General description of proposed improvement: ❑ Demolition ❑ Other: Community Redevelopment Coordinator, Staff use only Date of initial contact: Staff representative: Design Professional: ❑ Pre -Application Meeting ❑ Electronic submission ❑ In person ❑ Post -Application Meeting Development Review Committee: ❑ Approved ❑ Denied Date Property Site File Number 1 Proposed Scope of Work: City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 68 Please provide a brief, general description of the condition of the current structures and the potential new development. Current Structures Potential New Development Other Attachments: The following attachments are required: ❑ Project schedule. ❑ Photographs of the existing building and proposed project area. ❑ Three (3) cost estimates. Signature of Applicant Signature of Owner (If other than Applicant) City of Cape Canaveral - Community Redevelopment Agency Financial Incentives Guide June 2018 Page 69