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 103 SE Tuscawilla Avenue, in an amount not to exceed $20,000
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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).
Property Information:
This home was built in 1910 and is considered a historic building known as the "Blakely House." The structure consists of two connected sections, totaling an estimated 6,000 square feet. The roof was recently replaced in 2019. The property taxes are paid and up to date. The property serves as the applicants' primary residence.
Project Summary:
Grant ID: CRA26-0027
Applicants: Matt Reber and Terrence Marince
Address: 103 SE Tuscawilla Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
Parcel ID: 2820-000-001
Scope of Work: The proposed project includes surface preparation and repainting of a residential building.
Low Quote: $27,475
High Quote: $30,239.60
Grant Amount: Not to exceed $20,000
Maximum Grant Amount: $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 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.
The property is located within the Ocala Historic District and i...
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