Expansion of grant eligibility to nonconforming auto businesses
Summary
Auto repair shops, parking lots, and similar legal-nonconforming businesses in the CRA can now get grants for exterior improvements only — roofs, paint, impact windows — with board approval required case by case. The change grew out of a conversation with Jake's Automotive's owner and is meant to reduce blight without expanding the nonconforming uses.
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Last discussed Jul 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Raises the maximum Redevelopment Grant match from $50,000 to $100,000 and Historic Preservation Grant from $100,000 to $150,000; no added budget impact stated.
Owners of nonconforming auto and parking businesses in CRA districts who want to invest in their building exteriors.
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