HomeMy WebLinkAboutCRA-R-16-0062 Bldg Rehab Grant ProgramCRA Building Rehabilitation Grant Program
Program Guidelines - Procedures - Application
MIAMI OMNI CRA
Program Description:
The CRA Building Rehabilitation Program assists qualified business or property owners with building and
property improvements that are directly related to opening of a new business, improving an existing business,
remedying code violations, providing ADA access, and eliminating blighting neighborhood conditions in the
targeted areas of the OMNI CRA. In addition, grant funds may be used for improvements to properties that are not
eligible for grant funding from other sources available in the area, or to supplement grant funds awarded by other
agencies. Legido Management Services administers the CRA Building Rehabilitation Program with funds from the
Omni Community Redevelopment Agency.
Funds may not cross CRA District Boundaries and are targeted at specific areas in the Omni CRA District. This
program is a match grant program requiring a 25% match from the property or business owner. The
program has a project cap of $100,000.00 exclusive of LMS's 15% administrative fee. In addition to the
required private match, the grant recipient is responsible for all project costs that exceed
$100,000 grant provided by the CRA. The CRA can recommend funding at a lesser amount, given that
funds are awarded as available and based on priorities outlined below. Funds from this grant are paid directly to the
contractors performing the work, after contract award in a competitive bidding process.
Program Areas and Priorities:
While both Downtown Miami and the Wynwood area have benefited from the boom in commercial and
residential development, areas within the CRA district have not seen the benefit of this investment.
The business corridor of the Omni CRA suffers from neglected properties and a general aesthetic that is
not conducive for businesses to thrive in the community. The Miami CRA has prioritized improvements to
properties within the limits of the boundaries of NW 1 Avenue on the East, NW 1st Place on the West, NW 20th
Street on the North and NW 13th on the South.
In the Omni CRA, priorities include projects that can use CRA funds to leverage other public and private
investments and bring new business and restaurant/entertainment venues to the areas surrounding the Miami
Performing Arts Center. In addition these grants seek to bring needed improvement to the Multi -family residential
units within the program boundaries.
Eligibility:
Grants from these funds are usually not made for routine maintenance and should be part of a larger scope of
improvements to the property or area. Additionally, the property should have an active or soon -to -be active
business or residential use located on the property.
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Completion:
All projects shall be completed within a 6-month period from the date the contract is signed. Extensions beyond
the 6-month completion date can only be made with the approval of the CRA Director. Such approval shall be
in writing and noticed to all parties.
Grant / Project Procedures:
A) Application Process
LMS meets with Tenant and/or Property Owner, verifies that the_property is an eligible address and that the
tenant/business and the improvements meet basic criteria for the CRA Building Rehabilitation Grant.
1. Review Tenant Business Model — LMS
2. Review Improvement Activities funded by the program (Eligible Activities List) — LMS, TNT, PROP
3. Eligible Scope of Work and Budget is Prepared - LMS, TNT, PROP
4. Tenant and Property Owner prepare Application, attach Scope and Budget — TNT, PROP
5. BEFORE pictures are taken - LMS
6. Application is reviewed - LMS & CRA
7. Letter of Grant Award or denial is sent to Property Owner and/or tenant - LMS
B) Contract Process
Contract includes scope of work exhibit. Additional documents such as sub -contractor lists (for release of
lien) and Work Authorization Form are used for project monitoring.
1. Tenant or Property Owner secures pricing (3 bids) and selects contractor (lowest bid wins) - TNT, PROP
& LMS
2. Tenant submits contractor list and copies of estimates to LMS — TNT
3. DMP Prepares Contract with Scope of Work as exhibit — LMS
4. Contract is executed — LMS, TNT, CNTR
5. Work Authorization Form is executed — LMS, TNT, PROP
6. LMS bills the CRA for a 40% deposit, which is given to the Contractor to begin the work
7. Permits are pulled and work begins — TNT, CNTR
8. LMS monitors progress - LMS
C) Project Completion
Contractors are paid after all liens are released, the building permit is closed
and a final invoice is submitted.
1. AFTER Pictures are Taken — LMS
2. Release of Lien letter for each contractor is obtained - TNT, CNTR
3. Closed Permit Report submitted - TNT, CNTR
4. Final Invoice Submitted for payment — CNTR
5. LMS invoices the CRA for the final payment (60%) of the CRA
contribution
6. CRA pays LMS and LMS makes the final payment to the
Contractor Payment (2-4 weeks) — LMS
CNTR — Contractor LMS = Legido Management Services
PROP= Property Owner TNT = Tenant
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Eligible Improvements:
The general rule of thumb for improvements is that the improvement should remain with the property. Where
special cases arise, the CRA and LMS staff will render a decision. Grant funds cannot be used for Fixtures,
Furniture or Inventory. Generally acceptable improvements are:
Paint/Pressure Clean
• Signage
• Tile
• Masonry/Stucco
• Outdoor Hardscape Improvements (Fountains, Walkways, Pavers, etc.)
• Outdoor Landscape
• Outdoor Lighting
• Windows/Doors
• Awnings
• ADA Compliance (Restrooms/Entrances)
• Interior Renovations or Buildout
• Plumbing Upgrades
• Mechanical Upgrades
• Electrical Upgrades
• Life/Safety (Fire) System Upgrades
Grease traps
Contractor Requirements:
All Contractors, working in the CRA Building Rehabilitation Program including Painters, Awning
companies, Shutter Companies, and Sign Companies must provide copies of the following documents when
providing an estimate/bid for the project:
1. Contractor Certificate of Competency or License
2. Contractor's Current Liability Insurance Certificate and Workers Compensation Certificate. If exempt
from Workers Comp Contractor must provide copy of exemption for each employee that will be working.
NOTE: If awarded a contract, both insurances must have the CRA as the Certificate Holder with the
address: 1401 North Miami Avenue, Miami FL 33136 and the Liability insurance MUST have the CRA as
additional insured
3. Contractor and Manufacturer's Warranty (if applicable)
4. Building permit, Special Permit or Certificate of Compliance (except paint jobs)
5. Release of Lien (provided by LMS) NOTARIZED
Recipient will post and maintain in good condition a sign substantially similar to the sign hereto at
the entrance of the Premises from the Effective Date (as defined herein) until three hundred sixty five
(365) days after the Completion Date.
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CRA Building Rehabilitation Grant Application
Applicant Contact Information
Contact Name
Mailing Address
Telephone
Fax
Email
Property Ownership and
Corporation Information
Corporation Name
Mailing Address
Corporation Officers & Titles
Date & State of
Incorporation
Tax ID#
Project Location & Scope
Project Address
Folio #
Year Built
Total Retail (Sq. Ft.)
Leased Retail (q. Ft.)
Available Retail (Sq. Ft.)
Description of the business
General Scope of Work
Application - Page 1 of 3 -
CRA Building Rehabilitation Grant Application
Project Location & Scope Cont'd
Estimated Costs
Estimated Start Date
Estimated Completion
Acknowledgements
As a current business owner in this community or a business seeking to open a new location in this community,
I wish to participate in the CRA BUILDING REHABILITATION PROGRAM. I understand that this application
does not imply acceptance in the program and, that my application is reviewed by the Downtown Miami
Partnership and the CRA for possible approval. I acknowledge that I have received a copy of the Grant
Program Procedures and will comply with all requirements should I be awarded a grant.
For
Signature/Print Name Tenant/Business Name
I acknowledge that is seeking assistance using the CRA BUILDING REHABILITATION
PROGRAM and that the general terms of their lease conform to the terms above. Should the applicant win a
grant award, I understand that funds will be used to make improvements to my property.
For
Signature/Print Name Property Owner
Application - Page 2 of 3
CRA Building Rehabilitation Grant Application
Attachments
Attachment A
Attachment B
Before Photos (Existing condition of facade/property)
Photos, Renderings, or Elevations showing planned
improvements
Application - Page 3 of 3