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File #: 2026-0847   
Type: CRA Agenda Item Status: Passed
File created: 2/20/2026 In control: Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board
On agenda: 3/17/2026 Final action: 3/17/2026
Title: East Ocala Community Redevelopment Agency Residential Property Improvement Grant application for vacant parcel 2834-004-101, in an amount not to exceed $20,000
Attachments: 1. Application Packet - CRA26-0007, 2. Aerial Map - CRA26-0007, 3. Case Map - CRA26-0007, 4. Architectural Plans - CRA26-0007, 5. MCPA Property Record Card - CRA26-0007, 6. Site Conditions - CRA26-0007, 7. Grant Framework - EO CRA Residential Property Improvement Grant
Submitted By: Roberto Ellis
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Presentation By: Roberto Ellis
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Department: Growth Management

STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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East Ocala Community Redevelopment Agency Residential Property Improvement Grant application for vacant parcel 2834-004-101, in an amount not to exceed $20,000
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OCALA'S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Quality of Place

PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
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BACKGROUND: The East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Residential Property Improvement Grant encourages homeowners to make targeted improvements that address neighborhood deterioration trends while adding value to the CRA. This improvement aligns with the grant program's purpose and the East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Plan (2016). According to the Findings of Necessity, there is a high number of structures of subpar quality in the East Ocala CRA

The attached grant framework outlines the elements of eligible work. Each property owner can submit one application per fiscal year. The maximum amount to be awarded is $20,000, covering up to 75 percent of the project costs.

Below is a summary of the application.
Grant Application ID #: CRA26-0007
Applicant: TC Opportunity III, LLC
Parcel ID: 2834-004-101
Project Description: The project is to construct a new single-family home on vacant property in the East Ocala CRA.
High Quote: $220,257
Low Quote: $216,900
Recommended Grant Amount: $20,000

FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS: The property is located within the East Ocala CRA, complies with the program guide, and work will begin after approval.
* Construction of new single-family homes is listed as an eligible work item under the grant program, targeting redevelopment of vacant properties in neighborhoods. This vacant parcel is located at the corner of NE Third Street and NE 10th Avenue.
* The Minnow Model floor plan, included in the attached architectural sheet, features a three-bedroom, two-bath layout and single-car garage configuration.
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