Submitted By: Edwin R. Carreras Rivera
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Presentation By: Roberto Ellis
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Department: Growth Management
FORMAL TITLE:
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East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Residential Property Improvement Grant, 1113 NE Second Street, in an amount not to exceed $18,932
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OCALA'S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Quality of Place
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
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BACKGROUND:
Program Objective: The East 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: CRA26-0017
Applicant: Walter Demshock / Kelli Demshock
Address: 1113 NE Second Street
Parcel ID: 2834-002-106
Scope of Work: The proposed project includes the full installation of a perimeter fence and the replacement of 12 windows, along with all associated preparatory work.
Quote(s): High Quote(s): $33,938 Low Quote(s): $25,242
Recommended Grant Amount: $18,932
Property Information: This property is a single-family, two-bedroom one bathroom residence built in 1948. The 1,335 square foot house sits on a 0.14-acre lot and has a taxable value of $100,485.
Maximum Grant Amount: The maximum grant amount is $20,000, covering up to 75 percent of project costs and 50 percent of roof improvements. The attached grant framework outlines the elements of eligible work.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
Eligibility Review: Staff verified the property's 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: Staff completed a si...
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