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Community Catalyst Building Remediation

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The Community Catalyst Building Remediation program, administered by the Iowa Economic Development Authority, provides grants to cities for the redevelopment, rehabilitation, or deconstruction of underutilized buildings to stimulate economic growth and reinvestment. Maximum grants are set at 100,000 dollars, with 40 percent of funds reserved for cities with populations under 1,500. The application process is by invitation only and requires a mandatory pre-application. Eligible projects are limited to one commercial building per community, or two adjacent buildings under the same ownership. Deconstruction is permitted only in dire situations or for safety reasons. Applications are evaluated based on project appropriateness and the strength of funding and partnerships. Strong candidates must demonstrate potential for catalytic economic growth, such as job creation, new housing, or increased property values, while adhering to IEDA Green-Streets Criteria and smart growth principles. Required deliverables include a detailed scope of work, a financial feasibility analysis, and a remediation plan that specifically addresses the abatement of hazardous materials like asbestos and the diversion of waste from landfills. Projects are scored on their alignment with community goals and the adequacy of local matching funds.

General Info

IEDA provides grants up to $100,000 for city building remediation and economic growth.

Agency

Iowa Economic Development Authority → Downtown Resource Center

NAICS

N/A

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Community Catalyst Building Remediation Program Scoring Criteria

scoring-criteria

High

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Timeline

PhaseSolicitation

PostedOct 20

Solicitation

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyIowa Economic Development Authority → Downtown Resource Center

Contacts1 person available

OfficeIA, USA

Organization / AgencyIowa Economic Development Authority → Downtown Resource Center

Office AddressIA, USA

Contacts

Jim ThompsonProgram Officer

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

261-45.1(15) Purpose. Pursuant to Iowa Code sections 15.231 and 15.106A, the authority is directed to establish a community catalyst building remediation program fund for the purpose of providing grants to cities for the remediation or redevelopment of underutilized buildings. The authority shall administer the fund in a manner to make grant moneys annually available to cities for the purposes of this chapter. Program Definition Through the Community Catalyst Building Remediation Program, the Iowa Economic Development Authority will provide grants to communities for the redevelopment, rehabilitation or deconstruction of buildings to stimulate economic growth or reinvestment in the community. Strong applications will show the potential of catalytic economic growth in the community; improve appearances & safety; make use of underutilized property, exhibit appropriate design standards; and be well-funded. Economic growth may include the creation of additional jobs, growth of new or existing businesses, development of new housing units, increase property values, or potential population growth. Program Details Funding based on annual appropriation Maximum grants: $100,000 40% of funds will be awarded to cities with populations under 1,500 A mandatory pre-application process will precede the official grant application Applications are by invitation only after approved pre-application. City must be the applicant Funds available for the rehabilitation of one commercial building per community or two buildings with same ownership that are adjacent to each other Deconstruction is allowed in dire situations or for safety reasons For questions, contact Jim Thompson, (515) 348-6183; [email protected]