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DESIGN GRANT APPLICATION
Storefront Improvement Program
FY 2020-21
Purpose
Storefront appearance is
a critical aspect of the
overall aesthetic appeal
and unique character of a
commercial district.
Because it creates a first
impression, it is also key to
individual business
success. The purpose of
the City of Beaverton’s
Storefront Improvement
Program is to encourage
businesses and property
owners within eligible
program areas to improve
their storefronts, making
these areas more
attractive to shoppers and
increasing the economic
vitality and attractiveness
to new investment.
Program Areas
To be eligible for the
Storefront Improvement
Program, the business
and/or property must be
located within either the
Old Town or Allen Blvd
Program Area.
Types of Grants
Two types of grants are
offered:
DESIGN SERVICES GRANT:
(this application)
Grant covers 100% of the cost for a city-contracted architect to help with concept designs
of the exterior of the building, resulting in sketches and plans needed to obtain bids. The
final product will include (3) bids.
IMPROVEMENT GRANT: Grants to cover a portion of constructing the improvements to the
exterior of a building.
STOREFRONT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM: Design Grant Application
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Eligibility
Buildings/businesses are eligible if they meet the following criteria:
50% or more of the building is used for commercial use.
The business faces a street.
The business is open to the public. Businesses with age restrictions, such as bars, are
eligible. Businesses that only provide services to members are not eligible.
The business is located within one of the Program Areas (see map on page 1).
Exclusions include:
National chains, defined as franchises/for profit corporations that are not
headquartered in the State of Oregon or Clark County Washington; except in the case
where the franchisee or brand has a Beaverton-based owner and the brand has no
more than one location within the Beaverton city limits at completion this grant.
Design Grant Application Process
1. Contact Program Manager to determine if your project is eligible:
Megan Braunsten, Development Project Coordinator
503-526-2419
or mbraunsten@BeavertonOregon.gov
2. Complete and return this application before the application deadline.
NEW RESTAURANTS
Submit year round
DEADLINE FOR ALL OTHERS
Submit prior to the application deadline:
Fall Deadline: September 11, 2020
Spring Deadline: March 12, 2021
Once approved:
3. Begin working with city-contracte
d architect.
The process will take approximately 3-4 months.
The process will include approximately 4 meetings:
o Kickoff meeting
o Review 2-3 optional designs
o Review final design
o Review results of request of 3 bids
All work will be completed in time for the next application round of Improvement
Grants should the applicant wish to move forward with construction.
STOREFRONT
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PROVEMENT PROGRAM: Design Grant Application
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Application
INCLUDE COPIES OF THE FOLLOWIN
G FOR THIS APPLI
Application
Owner Authorization Form on page 7 (if Applicant is not the property owner)
Before photos of the exterior of property
Any existing architectural drawings such as plans, elevations or sketches related to
this project
Applicant’s W-9
CATION TO BE C
OMPLETE:
APPLICANT INFORMATION:
Project Address:
Applicant Name:
Phone: Email:
Applicant Mailing Address:
Are you the: Business Owner Property Owner
(If the Applicant is not the owner of the property, the Owner Authorization Form on page 7 must be
filled out and submitted with this application.)
Please describe relevant experience of key business players (business/property owner,
manager, head chef, partners, etc.):
Which Program Area is this business/building inside of? Old Town Allen Blvd
PROPERTY INFORMATION:
(If Applicant is also the property owner, please answer this section. Otherwise leave blank as questions
are repeated on the Owner Authorization Form.)
Building Owner Contact Name:
Phone: Email:
Property Tax Account Number: Year Building Built:
Has this property received other public funding or grants in the past five years? Yes No
If yes, please describe:
STOREFRONT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM: Design Grant Application
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The City is committed to ensuring all programs represent Beaverton's diverse population. Thank you for
answering this question to help ensure we are successful.
What is the Property Owner's Racial/Ethic Background?
African
African-American
Asian or Asian American
Latinx/Hispanic
Middle Eastern or North African
Native American
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
Salvic
White
Fill in:
STOREFRONT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM: Design Grant Application 4
BUSI
NESS INFORMATION:
Existing Business in This Location New Business in This Location
Name of Business:
Business Address:
Business Contact Name: Title:
Phone: Email:
Website: Social Media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Other
Age of Business: How many other locations does this business have?
Tax ID/EIN Number: Beaverton Business License Number:
What are your store hours: M T W Th F Sat Sun
How is your business organized (corporation, sole proprietorship, LLC, etc.):
In which State are incorporation and/or organization documents filed? Oregon Other:
Is this business certified as a:
Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Women Business Enterprise (WBE)
Emerging Small Business (ESB)
Service-Disabled Veteran Business (SDV)
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
None
(Note: Oregon certified businesses will receive
additional evaluation points. For more information
about certification visit:
http://www.oregon4biz.com/How-We-Can-
Help/OMWESB/)
Is t
his business a part of a national chain (see definition on page 2)? Yes No
Is this business a for-profit corporation with locations outside of Beaverton? Yes No
Is this business church-owned, fraternal, or housed in a government building? Yes No
Is this business in a building that is primarily for residential use? Yes No
Does this business exclude minors? Yes No
Number of employees at this time: Number expected in two years:
Leasable square feet at this time: Square feet expected in two years:
In one sentence, what does your business do?
How do customers reach you: Transit Bike Car Walk
Who are your target customers?
How do you differentiate yourself from your competition?
What is the biggest challenge facing your company over the coming year?
PROJECT INFORMATION:
This is a competitive grant program with limited funding; therefore, not all projects will be
funded. Your answers to the questions below will inform us why you believe your application
should be chosen over other applicants.
How will an updated storefront benefit your business/building:
How will the improvement of your building benefit downtown Beaverton:
The purpose of the Design Grant is for an architect to help you identify what exterior changes
would showcase your building. You may have already identified some of the changes you
would like to make. Describe what changes you may want to make:
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STOREFRONT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM: Design Grant Application 6
CERTIFICATION BY APPLICANT
I, certify that I am authorized to sign this application
on behalf of Applicant. I understand that the City of Beaverton (City) must approve the
proposed exterior storefront improvements. Certain changes or modifications may be
required by the City prior to final approval.
If Applicant is not the owner of the property (Owner), or if the Applicant is not the sole Owner,
Applicant agrees that Applicant must cause the Owner to fill out and sign the Owner
Authorization Form (page 7) and attach the signed Form to the application. Once the City has
received a completed application, Applicant agrees to assist the City in verifying any of the
information contained in the application from any available source.
By signing below, Applicant certifies that all information in this application, and all information
furnished in support of this application, is given for the purpose of obtaining a Storefront
Improvement Program: Design Grant and that the information is true and complete to the
best of Applicant’s knowledge.
Applicant Signature: Date:
Printed Name: Title:
P
LEASE RETURN THIS APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS TO:
M
egan Braunsten, Development Project Coordinator
Community Development Department
City of Beaverton
PO Box 4755
Beaverton, OR 97076
503-526-2419 or mbraunsten@BeavertonOregon.gov
N
EW RESTAURANTS:
Submit Application at Any Time
A
LL OTHER BUSINESSES:
Fall 2020 Deadline: Friday, September 11, 2020
Spring 2021 Deadline: Friday, March 12, 2021
STOREFRONT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM: Design Grant Application 7
Storefront Improvement Program
Owner Authorization Form
(Only required if Applicant is not the property owner.)
PROPERTY INFORMATION:
Owner Name:
Phone: Email:
Property Tax Account Number: Year Building Built:
Has this property received other public funding or grants in the past five years? Yes No
If yes, please describe:
AU
THORIZATION, CERTIFICATION, AND CONSENT OF OWNER:
I, __________________________________________, certify I am the property owner (Owner) of the
building located at ________________________________________________ in Beaverton, Oregon
(Building). I authorize ___________________________________________________, the business
housed in my Building (Business), to accept grant funds from the City’s Storefront Improvement
Program (Grant Funds) to alter the look of the Building through exterior rehabilitation work.
I certify that I have not received or obtained the benefit of Grant Funds for the Building within
the last five years. (If I have received or obtained the benefit of Grant Funds before this
application, then the amount was $_______________ and the year was _____________.)
By signing below, Owner certifies that all information provided in this section is true to the best
of Owners knowledge.
Printed Name of Owner
Signature of Owner Date