Submitted By: Roberto Ellis
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Presentation By: Charlita Whitehead
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Department: Growth Management
FORMAL TITLE:
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Residential Property Improvement Grant for property located at 130 NW 17th Street, in an amount not to exceed $4,221
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OCALA'S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Quality of Place, Economic Hub
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
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BACKGROUND:
The North Magnolia Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Residential Property Improvement Grant was established to encourage property owners in Marion Heights and surrounding neighborhoods to make lasting improvements to their homes and property. This grant supports efforts to maintain the existing housing stock in good repair and ensure that utilities and infrastructure remain up to date. Strengthening and preserving current housing conditions will also help stimulate the development of new residential construction in the area.
The grant framework is attached, detailing the eligible work items and the required grant match. Please refer to the attached framework for full information. Conversion from septic to the City's sanitary sewer system qualifies for reimbursement of 100% of the project costs.
Grant Application ID #: CRA25-0005
Applicant: Jack Eason - Kimberly Jack Homes LLC
Address: 130 NW 17th Street
Parcel ID: 25827-001-00
Project Description: Conversion from septic to City sanitary sewer.
High Quote: $7,500
Low Quote: $4,221
Recommended Grant Amount: $4,221
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
City staff processed the application following the established grant program guidelines. The attached packet includes the application, cost estimates, and photographs of existing conditions. The key findings are outlined below.
* In 2023, the CRA improved water and sewer infrastructure in the Marion Heights community. With adequate infrastructure now in place, residents were encouraged to take advantage of the 100% reimbursement offered for converting to City sanitary sewer services.
* The property is cu...
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