Palatine Continues Facade Program for Downtown Business
Buildings located in the downtown Palatine TIF district can benefit from a grant program to improve the outward appearance of business fronts while preserving downtown character. Currently, several are taking advantage of the program.
In 2012, $150,000 was set aside by the Village of Palatine to assist businesses located in the downtown TIF district to improve facades while retaining the character of the area. Currently, nine property and/or business owners are taking advantage of the funds made available in 2012, which includes a 50/50 matching reimbursement for facade improvements. The process began in late 2011 and applications were considered by the Palatine Village Council. The businesses include: The Facade program is specificially meant to assist with exterior remodeling, and renovation of existing buildings in the Downtown TIF District. It is roughly bordered on the north by Colfax, to slightly south of Palatine Road (including the Dobby's property), on the …
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