Submitted By: Charlita Whitehead
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Presentation By: Charlita Whitehead
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Department: Growth Management
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East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Residential Property Improvement Grant for property located at 1030 NE Third Street, in an amount not to exceed $20,000
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BACKGROUND:
Program Objective:
The East Ocala CRA 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).
Property Information:
This property is a single-family residence constructed in 1901 and located within the East Ocala CRA. According to the Marion County Property Appraiser, the property has a 2025 taxable value of $136,900 and is situated on a 0.70-acre lot.
Project Summary:
Grant ID: CRA26-0026
Applicant: Richard Brinkley
Address: 1030 NE 3rd Street
Parcel ID: 2834-003-001
Scope of Work: Exterior painting and preparation of the primary residence and garage, including pressure washing, paint removal, surface preparation, caulking, priming, and application of exterior paint coatings.
Quotes: Low Quote: $27,950, High Quote: $31,500
Recommended Grant Amount: $20,000
Maximum Grant Amount:
The maximum grant amount is $20,000, covering up to 75 percent of project costs. The attached grant framework outlines the elements of eligible work.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
Eligibility Review:
Staff verified property location within the CRA, compliance with 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.
Bid Review:
The proposed project costs range from $27,950 ...
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