Façade Grant Application Procedure

Downtown Goshen, Inc., in contract with Jason Oswald, will accept applications year-round, using the following process:

1. Applicant contacts Jason Oswald (574-238-1515) for a pre-application consultation.
2. Applicant obtains estimate from contractor for application.
3. Applicant submits façade grant application online found under the ‘Online Application Form’ button on this page, attaching photo of existing façade, photo/illustration/sketch of proposed project, and written estimate from contractor. A letter of permission from the building owner is required if the applicant is not the building owner.
4. DGI Façade Committee reviews application to ensure it complies with the design, scope, and expectations set forth by Downtown Goshen, Inc, which include, but are not limited to, approval of project colors.
5. DGI Façade Committee approves or denies façade grant, including any conditions of approval.
6. Acceptance of Terms is provided to applicant for signature for an approved façade grant.
7. Work proceeds only after Acceptance of Terms is signed by applicant.
8. Applicant notifies Jason Oswald of completion.
9. Upon completion, project is inspected and approved for payment and an after photo is taken.
10. Applicant submits contractor invoice and Façade Grant Reimbursement Invoice.
11. DGI will pay the approved amount to the grant recipient.

Conditions and Terms of Grant

The work for façade projects must be done in a manner consistent with the description of such work in the application submitted to DGI for the grant request.

Project Duration

Unless otherwise approved, all projects must be completed within one year of approval. Incomplete projects result in a forfeiture of funds. Grant recipients may request an extension. Extensions may be approved by the DGI Façade Committee if substantial progress is demonstrated.

Permitting and Approval

All work to be performed on the grant recipient’s building must comply with Goshen ordinances, codes, and regulations. It is the sole responsibility of the grant recipient to obtain any and all zoning clearances, variances, permits, and approvals. Contact the Goshen City Planning Department to ascertain what approvals will be required for the project.