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APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply for a Façade Grant, please complete an application form
(enclosed or on our web site www.eatontonmainstreet.com); in
addition, you must submit additional information according to the
grid opposite. There are maximum amounts awarded depending
upon the work to be done. Exceptions may be made in unusual
circumstances such as corner buildings (more than one façade), very
large areas to be painted or other situations on a case by case basis.
Eatonton Main Street reserves the right to refuse any application not
approved by the Design Committee or if funds are not available.
The following are not eligible for façade grants:
- Tax delinquent property
- Property in litigation, condemnation or receivership
- Property owned by a 501C3 on which taxes are not levied
- National franchises or retail chain stores
The Eatonton Design Committee is sensitive to historic preservation
and applicants will be expected to propose design consistent with the
historic character of the building.
IT IS IMPORTANT TO HAVE RECEIVED AN APPROVAL
LETTER FROM THE DESIGN COMMITTEE BEFORE
STARTING WORK. We make every effort to review and approve
applications in a timely manner. The process is typically smoother if
you consult a Design Specialist BEFORE you submit an application.
Once approved, you will be reimbursed for the approved amount
upon satisfactory completion of work and subsequent presentation
of a paid, dated, vendor invoice to Eatonton Main Street.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Include quotes/bids from at least two vendors with the application
form.
Type of work
Exterior painting
Awnings or canopies
Restoration or
improvement of
exterior finishes.
Submission addenda
Paint color chip & type of paint (
note: unpainted brick to be painted
is not allowed)
Sample & specification of awning
colors (vinyl not approved). Also
avoid text on awning.
Max Amt
$250
Detailed descriptions of techniques
to be used. Please consult with a
design specialist as to appropriate
treatments.
$800
$750
Window repair/glass Detailed description of materials
replacement
involved & colors if applicable
$500
Exterior lighting
Diagrams or picture of sample
lighting fixture and indication of
placement.
$500
Signage, including
symbolic emblems
Diagram or mock up of sign, size
specification of materials, colors and
placement on the façade. A business
plan must be submitted prior to
submission of a façade grant
application unless this is
replacement of sign for established
business.
Plastic signs or internally lit signs are
not normally approved; there are
some exceptions.
$500
Eatonton Main Street is in no way liable for defects in the work or
monies owed to a contractor. Typically you should contact
contractors yourself and acquire quotes from one or more of them.
A façade grant is limited to no more than 50% of the best quote or
the amount specified above, whichever is less.
You can find a list of vendors we recommend on our web site; but
this is by no means a complete list.
Government approvals, building permits and taxes will not be
reimbursed.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION
When planning your new façade keep in mind that your building is an
integral part of the historic streetscape of Eatonton. Your changes
should reflect and complement the character of the surrounding area
as far as possible.
Façade- is the entire exposed exterior surface of a building that fronts a
Eatonton Main Street Façade Grant
Program
When our downtown buildings look good… we
look good!
public street. Any elevation not containing the main entrance but fronting a
public street exposed to public view will be considered a secondary elevation
and may be eligible for a façade grant.
Storefronts- typically should have plain (clear low-E) storefront glass facing
the street. If the traditional storefront has been compromised, it is preferable
to reinstate the large storefront glass for future retail use. Original doors
(often with glass panels) should be retained. Do not install residential style
doors on a commercial building.
Masonry- the worst thing you can do to old bricks is sandblasting or use
other abrasive methods. This causes spalling and over time the bricks will be
lost. The second worst thing is using hard “cement” or “ quickcrete” for
pointing. Softer (Type N) mortar should be used. The third worst thing you
can do is paint unpainted brick. Once you paint, you have a maintenance task
for life; removing the paint is very difficult and costly.
Windows- should be repaired or replicated with original materials as far as
possible. If original windows have been replaced with aluminum, there is a
paint primer that will allow the raw aluminum to be painted, which makes it
look better. Avoid changing the number, shape or position of windows. Avoid
filling in window openings; we encourage you to reinstate transoms or other
windows previously blocked. Extra light in a retail store is a good thing.
THESE ARE BRIEF GUIDELINES. PLEASE ASK FOR A COPY OF “DESIGNING
DOWNTOWN” a DCA publication, for additional information.
Rev May 2016
This brochure details the main points of the façade grant program and refers to
additional data on the Main Street web site
www.eatontonmainstreet.com
706 749 9150
The Eatonton Main Street façade grant program only applies to buildings
and businesses in the ‘downtown’ area. For detailed maps (Tier 1 and Tier
2) please see our web site.