Steel Valley Accelerator Façade Grant Program
The Steel Valley Accelerator Storefront Façade Grant Program intends to positively impact the Steel Valley business districts’ look and experience by providing funds to commercial building and business owners to improve their building façades. These improved façades will make the neighborhood shopping district more attractive and inviting to visitors.
1) Eligibility
Steel Valley Accelerator Façade Grant projects must be located within the 15120 zip code in designated business district areas. The pilot phase of this program will be for businesses located in the 8th Avenue commercial corridor in Steel Valley spanning Munhall, Homestead, and West Homestead.
2) Types of Businesses
a. Commercial establishments
b. Service establishments
c. Professional services (e.g.: doctors, lawyers, accountants, architects, etc.)
d. Personal services (e.g.: dry cleaners, laundromats, barber and beauty shops, etc.)
e. Certain repair services (e.g.: office equipment, bicycle, furniture, locksmith, etc.)
f. Business services (e.g.: advertising, office management, printing, etc.)
Not eligible: Banks, savings and loan associations, gas and service stations, used car lots, and adult entertainment establishments.
3) Other Eligibility Requirements
a. Owner occupancy is not required. Tenant-initiated projects require property owner agreement to adhere to program requirements.
b. Stakeholder committees within the Steel Valley may be assembled to review commercial properties within the corridor, and authorization may be contingent upon a favorable recommendation.
4) Eligible for Grant Reimbursement
Materials for improvements to the façade of an existing building, including signage, paint, paint supplies, light fixtures, and other limited façade materials as specifically approved by the Steel Valley Enterprise Zone Board.