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Council updates downtown facade grant rules, keeps 501(c)(3) nonprofits eligible

5165857 · May 6, 2025
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Summary

The council approved committee-recommended changes to the Municipal Services District (MSD) facade and architectural grant program, adding application process clarifications while retaining eligibility for certain nonprofits. The update introduces wet-signature requirements, start/completion time limits and reimbursement procedures.

The Gastonia City Council voted to adopt updates to the Municipal Services District (MSD) facade and architectural grant program after the Central City Revitalization and Housing Community Engagement Committee recommended changes.

Key changes approved by the council include a required wet (ink) signature on grant applications (in addition to electronic submissions), a requirement that approved work commence within 90 days, and a 12‑month…

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