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Facade Improvement Program
Willy Taco on Laurens Road showcases the successful conversion of an abandoned feed and seed retail store into a popular dining destination.
Half-Moon Outfitters used the Facade Improvement Program to assist with its relocation to the Northpointe area.
The Westone owners were able to redesign their entrance, making it more inviting and accessible to customers.
The City of Greenville's Commercial Corridors Façade Improvement Program (FIP) (PDF) provides financial and technical design assistance to commercial property owners and business owners for qualified façade improvements. The purpose of the FIP is to support the revitalization of the city's commercial corridors by stimulating private investment in high-quality improvements that enhance the appearance of buildings and properties and eliminate blight and non-conforming design standards.
The program provides for a one-time reimbursement for eligible facade improvements, which include exterior building improvements (cosmetic and/or structural), signage, lighting and landscaping. Examples include, but are not limited to: exterior painting or surface treatment, decorative awnings, window and/or door replacements or modifications, storefront enhancements, landscaping, irrigation, streetscape, outdoor patios and decks, exterior wall lighting, decorative post lighting and architectural features. Applicants are eligible for a 50% reimbursement on expenses equal to or less than $10,000. For additional expenses above $10,000, the City will reimburse the applicant up to 20% of eligible expenses. The maximum award amount is $10,000.
Eligible applicants include owners of commercial properties and owners/managers of businesses located in the following commercial districts within the city of Greenville:
- Augusta Street
- Laurens Road, at Pleasantburg Drive (PDF)
- Pete Hollis Boulevard/Rutherford Street (PDF)
- Stone Avenue (PDF)
- Wade Hampton Boulevard
- West Greenville (PDF)
Applications are reviewed by a committee made up of three City staff members and two members of the Greenville chapter of the American Institute of Architects. All applications must be approved prior to commencement of any work.
More information
Questions about the program? Contact Tracy Ramseur at 864-467-4404
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Economic Development
Physical Address
206 S Main Street
9th Floor
Greenville, SC 29601
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 2207
Greenville, SC 29602
Phone: 864-467-4401