Submitted By: Charlita Whitehead
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Presentation By: Roberto Ellis
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Department: Growth Management
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West Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Residential Property Improvement Grant for property located at 1705 NW 16th Court, in an amount not to exceed $15,635
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BACKGROUND:
One of the statutory functions of a Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is to undertake activities that facilitate the redevelopment and improvement of properties. Incentive programs that encourage private investment in properties have proven successful in driving this redevelopment.
The CRA residential grant programs encourage homeowners to make improvements that enhance the CRA, increase safety, and reverse deteriorating trends in specific neighborhoods. Preserving and expanding the supply of well-maintained housing is crucial to improving affordability while reducing blight.
Each property owner can submit one application per fiscal year. The maximum grant amount is $20,000, covering up to 75 percent of the project costs. Refer to the attached grant framework for a list of eligible improvements.
Grant ID: CRA26-0004
Parcel ID: 2195-029-000
Address: 1705 NW 16th Ct
Owner / Applicant: Shelly Washington
Project Description: Improvements include the replacement of exterior doors, installation of new fencing, landscaping, exterior painting, and termite treatment.
High Quotes Total: $31,590.12
Low Quotes Total: $20,846.21
Recommended Grant
Amount: $15,635
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
• The property located at 1705 NW 16th Court is within the West Ocala Community Redevelopment Area and is eligible for CRA assistance.
• The applicant was awarded a CRA grant in October 2024. The applicant completed the reroofing, window replacement, and HVAC installation. The final project cost totaled $29,775.50, and the applicant was reimbursed $20,000.
• The proposed improvements include replacement of exterior doors to improve security and energy efficiency; installation of fencing to enhance site safety; landscaping to improve curb appeal; exterior painting to address weathering and deterioration; and termite treatment to remediate existing issues and protect structural integrity.
• The home was constructed in 1949. The first phase of improvements focused on the building itself. The upcoming phase will further strengthen the structure and enhance the property's overall appearance.
West Ocala CRA Advisory Committee Recommendation
• During its January 28, 2026, meeting, the West Ocala CRA Advisory Committee unanimously recommended approving the grant.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is adequate funding for the grants under consideration at this meeting in the West Ocala CRA grants account (623-016-560-559-55-82010). 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