Submitted By: Edwin R. Carreras Rivera, Esq.
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Presentation By: Roberto Ellis
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Department: Growth Management
FORMAL TITLE:
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West Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Residential Property Improvement Grant for property located at 2052 SW Second Street, in an amount not to exceed $5,216
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Quality of Place
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
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BACKGROUND:
Program Objective
The West Ocala Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Residential Property Improvement Grant is designed to incentivize reinvestment in aging structures, address blight conditions, and enhance livability and taxable value. Funding is provided through the CRA trust fund consistent with the adopted CRA Plan and Florida Statutes (Chapter 163, Part III).
Project Summary
Grant ID: CRA26-0008
Applicant: Lisa Coleman
Address: 2052 SW Second Street
Parcel ID: 2260-153-017
Scope of Work: The proposed project involves the complete installation of perimeter fencing.
Quote(s): Low Quote: $6,954, High Quote: $8,443
Recommended Grant Amount: $5,216
Property Information
This property is a single-family residence built in 1992. It has a taxable value of $68,604, a structure size of 2,851 square feet, and sits on a 0.28-acre lot. The home includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Maximum Grant Amount
The maximum grant amount is $20,000, covering up to 75 percent ($5,216) of project costs based on the lowest quote. The attached grant framework outlines the elements of eligible work.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
Eligibility Review
Staff verified the property location within the CRA, compliance with the program guide, and confirmed that work will begin after approval.
The scope addresses conditions of slum and blight in an area with a high share of aging housing stock and substandard structures, improving livability, visual quality, and economic development prosperity.
Site Visit Review
The application was initially submitted in October of 2025, but was not deemed complete. The applicant completed the application on February 20, 2026, and staff conducted a site visit on February 27, 2026, confirming the scope and quotes.
Staff observed that the scope of work is warranted, as installing or replacing perimeter fencing improves safety and visual quality, aligning with West Ocala's residential improvement priorities. The home is the applicant’s primary residence. The current scope of work includes the complete installation of a six-foot white vinyl/PVC privacy fence with one double gate and one single gate. Property taxes are current and paid in full.
CRA Plan Compliance
The proposed project aligns with the West Ocala CRA Redevelopment Plan, supporting goals to improve community facilities, enhance gateways, and remediate blighted properties, and is in accordance with Goal 3 - Improve vacant, dilapidated, and nuisance properties, including Objectives 4, 6, and 7 - Establish remediation programs, seek partnerships, and identify areas for new housing opportunities.
CRA Advisory Committee Recommendation
The CRA Advisory Committee recommended approval at their March 26, 2026, meeting.
Staff Recommendation
Refer to the attached attachments, including the case and aerial maps, staff supporting documents, the West Ocala CRA Grant framework, and the CRA26-0008 application packet.
Staff recommends approval.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Adequate funding is available in the West Ocala CRA Grants account 623-016-560-559-55-82010. Reimbursement occurs after the approved scope of work is completed and verified. The payment will be made in the fiscal year when the project is completed and verified.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
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LEGAL REVIEW:
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ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve
• Approve with Changes
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• Deny