Legislation Details

File #: 2026-2034   
Type: CRA Agenda Item Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 8/13/2026 In control: Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board
On agenda: 9/15/2026 Final action:
Title: East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Residential Property Improvement Grant for property located at 1339 East Fort King Street, in an amount not to exceed $14,956
Attachments: 1. Maps - CRA26-0041, 2. Application Packet - CRA26-0041, 3. Staff Supporting Documents - CRA26-0041, 4. EO CRA Residential Grant Framework, 5. East Ocala CRA - Grants Summary
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Submitted By: Edwin R. Carreras Rivera
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Presentation By: Roberto Ellis
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Department: Growth Management
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FORMAL TITLE:
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East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Residential Property Improvement Grant for property located at 1339 East Fort King Street, in an amount not to exceed $14,956
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Quality of Place
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PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
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BACKGROUND:

Program Objective: The East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Residential Property Improvement Grant is designed to support reinvestment in aging structures, address blight, 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 vacant duplex residence, built in 1962, has a taxable value of $53,998. The duplex structure is 2,595 square feet on 0.25 acres. The owners acquired the property in January 2013 and completed some improvements independently. Property taxes are current and fully paid.

Project Summary:
Grant ID: CRA26-0041
Applicant: Sunfort, LLC
Applicant Representative: John M. Torrey, Jr.
Address: 1339 E. Fort King Street (Southside) / 52 SE 14th Avenue (Northside), Ocala, FL 34471
Parcel ID: 2839-027-000
Scope of Work: The proposed project involves exterior cleaning, preparation of exterior surfaces for painting, exterior painting, and roof replacement.
High Quote: $29,265
Low Quote: $25,075
Recommended Grant Amount: Not to exceed $14,956

Maximum Grant Amount:
$20,000, covering up to 75 percent of project costs and 50 percent of roofing improvements. The attached grant framework outlines the eligible work.

FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:

Eligibility Review: Staff verified that the property is located within the CRA, that the project complies with the program guide, and that work will begin after approval. The project addresses conditions of slum and blight in an area with aging housin...

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