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Architectural Rehabilitation Grants

Overview

The Historic Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Program is intended to emphasize the special architecture in Elgin's historic districts and landmarks.

The grants are for special work to highlight this uniqueness, not for compliance with the basic minimum property maintenance codes.

Resources
Fill out the following forms for the 50/50, 75/25, and Exterior Paint Programs:

·                     Form A

·                     Form B

before and after of a building

Pre-Application Meeting
A pre-application meeting is recommended to be scheduled. While this is not a requirements, the City would like to provide assistance and answer questions regarding your application, supporting documentation, and type of work proposed.

Deadlines

·                     The deadline for the 50/50 and 75/25 grant program is the first Friday in February.


Forms may be submitted to the Community Development Department at:
150 Dexter Ct.
Elgin, IL 60120
Fx: (847) 931-6075