The Town of Olathe is pleased to announce that it has received a Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI) grant from the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA).
Donor Name: Town of Olathe
State: Colorado
Town: Olathe
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/02/2024
Size of the Grant: Less than $1000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
This grant is intended to support the revitalization of our Main Street and bolster local retail businesses.
Funding Information
Up to $10,000
Eligible Improvements
Include, but are not limited to:

Awning repair, replacement, removal or addition
Removal and replacement of existing business sign(s), or new signs
Façade improvements include, but not limited to:

Storefront repairs or upgrades, including entryway doors
Window repair or replacement
Façade alteration
Rehabilitation of historic features of building
Cleaning of façade materials, painting, brick pointing and other façade improvements

Modifications to improve accessibility to business
Other improvements with a proven economic benefit or significant return to historical context.
Roof and foundation work will not be considered for grant funding at this time.

Eligibility Criteria

All businesses in the 200 and 300 blocks of Olathe’s Main Street and retail businesses along Highway 50 Business Loop.
Tenants must have at least two years remaining on their lease with the property owner and have the property owner’s written permission approvals to apply.
A property owner of multiple properties may apply for grant funds for each owned property with separate grant applications, and each application may not exceed $10,000 total project cost. (Total project cost includes applicant’s 25% match.)

For more information, visit  Town of Olathe.