Submitted By: Roberto Ellis
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Presentation By: Roberto Ellis
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Department: Growth Management
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East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Residential Property Improvement Grant for property located at 207 NE 11th Avenue, in an amount not to exceed $8,175
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BACKGROUND:
The East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Residential Property Improvement Grant encourages homeowners to make fa?ade and other 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 75 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: CRA25-0016
Applicants: Tracy Alderson and Randy Alderson
Address: 207 NE 11th Avenue
Parcel ID: 2834-002-105
Project Description: Replacement of the existing window air conditioning (AC) units with a centralized heating, ventilation, and cooling (HVAC) system.
Low Quote: $10,899
High Quote: $11,545
Recommended Grant Amount: $8,175
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
* The application meets all eligibility requirements and qualifies for grant consideration. Property owners may submit one application per fiscal year. The homeowners are first-time applicants.
* The home, constructed in 1933, is a non-contributing structure in the wider East Ocala historic neighborhood and serves as the owners' primary residence.
* The proposed scope of work includes installation of new air ducts and a three-ton 13.4 SEER2 HVAC system. Refer to the attached documents for photos of the existing window AC units.
* The proposed improvement aligns with the objectives of the grant program and supports the East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Plan (2016). As noted in the Findings of Necessity, the East Ocala CRA contains...
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