Submitted By: Charlita Whitehead
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Presentation By: Charlita Whitehead
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Department: Growth Management
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Residential Property Improvement Grant for property located at 214 NE 11th Avenue, in an amount not to exceed $20,000
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BACKGROUND:
The East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Residential Property
Improvement Grant encourages homeowners to make facade improvements, addressing neighborhood deterioration trends while adding value to the CRA.
The maximum grant amount that can be awarded is $20,000, covering up to seventy-five percent of the eligible project costs. The attached grant framework outlines the elements of eligible work.
Below is a summary of the application. Refer to the attached documents for the completed application, maps, quotes and other applicant documents.
Grant ID: CRA25-0047
Applicants: Peter Coles and Linda Letcher
Address: 214 NE 11th Ave
Parcel ID: 2834-003-009
Project Description: Painting house trim, soffits, porches, doors, and exterior chimney.
High Quote: $3,700.00
Low Quote: $3,685.97
Recommended Grant Amount: $2,764.00
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
• The application meets the requirements of the grant program and is eligible for grant consideration.
• The home was built in 1931, and the applicants acquired it about 3 years ago.
• The home was featured on the Historic Ocala Preservation Society (HOPS) tour in June 2023.
• The applicant received a CRA grant last year to repair the existing shingle portion, and to replace the metal portion of the roof.
• The proposed scope of work includes painting the house trim, soffits, porches, doors, and exterior fireplace/chimney. The soffits and porches are peeling, and the paint is scuffed and requires maintenance to prevent further deterioration.
• A rear roof replacement was completed last year through the CRA program, resulting in new wood that now requires painting to protect and maintain the exterior condition of the home.
• The Grant Review Committee (GRC) visit took place on December 4, 2025. The GRC agrees that the proposed improvements will greatly improve the curb appeal of the home.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is adequate funding for the grants being considered at this meeting, in the East Ocala CRA grants account (620-016-559-559-55-82010). The payment will be made in the fiscal year when the project is completed.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
N/A
LEGAL REVIEW:
N/A
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve
• Approve with Changes
• Table
• Deny