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Shelburne Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program

Town of Shelburne
Maximum Funding
Total grant not exceeding $13,500 per property: front façade...
First Monday in October (October 5, 2026) or until funds run out
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Co-Funding
50%
Shelburne Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program provides up to Total grant not exceeding $13,500 per property: front façade 50% up to $8,000; rear façade 50% up to $2,000; signage 50% up to $3,000; planning/design 50% up to $500. Offers matching grants totaling up to $13,500 per property for front façade, rear façade, signage, and planning/design improvements. The program covers up to 50% of eligible costs. First Monday in October (October 5, 2026) or until funds run out.
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Program Description

Offers matching grants totaling up to $13,500 per property for front façade, rear façade, signage, and planning/design improvements. Applications close the first Monday in October or when funding is expended.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Property owners, or tenants with property owner approval
  • Non-profit organizations with commercial properties
  • Home-based businesses with a storefront in the eligible area, the Shelburne Downtown Business Improvement Area
  • The property must have commercial use at street level, and may have commercial or residential uses on upper floors
  • The building façade must face a public road or a right-of-way accessible to the public
  • The business must hold a valid Shelburne business licence
  • Property taxes must be fully paid and up to date
  • No outstanding building permits, stop work orders or development permit condition requirements
  • The property must not have received a previous grant under this program in the past 10 years
  • Projects must comply with the design guidelines for the designated area
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Quick Assessment

Difficulty
Moderate
Competition
Moderate
First-Timer
Friendly

Funding Details

Amount
Total grant not exceeding $13,500 per property: front façade 50% up to $8,000; rear façade 50% up to $2,000; signage 50% up to $3,000; planning/design 50% up to $500
Type
Grant
Level
Municipal
Co-Funding
Up to 50% of eligible costs
Deadline
First Monday in October (October 5, 2026) or until funds run out

Program Scorecard

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Competition
Moderate
Deadline
Oct 5, 2026
Approval
Varies
Accessibility
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Competition
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Approval Rate
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Rejection Pitfalls 10

  • Property is outside the Shelburne BIA, or has no commercial use at street level
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Application Steps

1 Pre-application consultation Applicants are encouraged to meet with Town staff before applying. Contact Shelburne Economic Development at [email protected].

Required Documents 5

✓ Completed Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program Form
✓ Photos of the existing building

Eligible Expenses 11

Ineligible Expenses 13

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How much can one property get?
Applicants may pursue one, two or all three improvement types, with the total grant not exceeding $13,500 per property. Front façade covers 50% of costs to a maximum of $8,000, rear façade 50% to a maximum of $2,000 where it is visible from a street or lane, sign improvements 50% to a maximum of $3,000 for replacing signage with heritage-appropriate signs, and planning and design costs 50% to a maximum of $500.
Who can apply?
Property owners, tenants with property owner approval, non-profit organizations with commercial properties, and home-based businesses with a storefront in the Shelburne Downtown Business Improvement Area. The business must hold a valid Shelburne business licence, property taxes must be fully paid, and there must be no outstanding building permits, stop work orders or development permit conditions.
Does the grant cover a wheelchair ramp or a new roof?
No. Wheelchair ramps and roof repairs are both on the list of ineligible improvements, along with routine maintenance and structural repairs, interior improvements, siding, air conditioning units, landscaping and paving, and anything not visible from the public right of way.
How are applications judged?
Approvals are assessed through a point-based evaluation that considers heritage authenticity at 40%, material quality and durability at 30%, streetscape visibility and impact at 20%, and compliance with local bylaws. Projects are also ranked on design quality, with the use of a professional designer or architect improving the ranking, building condition, streetscape impact, project readiness, financial feasibility and business and community impact.
When does the program close?
Applications are accepted until the first Monday in October, or until all the grant funding has been expended. The Town notes that funding is subject to availability and the program may close without notice once funds are depleted.
How long do I have to do the work, and when am I paid?
Approved projects must be completed within 9 months of approval or before December 31 of the fiscal year end, whichever comes first. Grants are paid after project completion and verification, on submission of paid invoices, and payment must be requested within 30 days of project completion.
Are there conditions after the work is done?
Yes. Improvements must stay in place for a minimum of five years, approved businesses agree to be featured in the Shelburne FYI Economic Development Newsletter and on Town social media and website, and funding may be revoked if false information is provided or conditions are not met.
Can I apply again next year?
Not for the same property. A subject property that has received a grant under this program in the past 10 years is not eligible.

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