City of Amarillo offering Business Improvement Grant program for businesses

AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) – The City of Amarillo has launched a grant program for business property improvements in four Amarillo neighborhoods.

Commercial property and business owners with exterior improvement projects in the Barrio, Eastridge, North Heights and San Jacinto neighborhoods can apply for the Business Improvement Grant (BIG) program.

Owners can apply for the grant, which matches up to 50% of total project costs. For more information on the program or application process, click here.

According to a news release, the maximum match is $20,000 for projects costing more than $40,000 or more, and projects must be on exterior of the property or business.

“The BIG program is an excellent opportunity for owners to significantly improve the value of their business or property,” said COA Assistant Director of Planning Drew Brassfield. “There are many possibilities for exterior improvement, from new paint and doors to historical preservation.”

The news release states the program provides technical and conceptual design guidance. Restoration of significant architectural features is also a factor in the grant process.

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