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EDA approves up to $24,999 façade grant for Madison owners to restore 1851 Ferber House

Cottage Grove Economic Development Authority · January 14, 2026
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The Cottage Grove EDA awarded Madison Minnesota LLC a matching façade grant (up to $24,999) to restore the historic Ferber House exterior; owners Brad and Louise Madison presented plans and a phased schedule for exterior work and authentic window and siding restoration.

Cottage Grove — The Cottage Grove Economic Development Authority voted Jan. 13 to award matching façade-improvement funds of up to $24,999 to Madison Minnesota LLC to restore the exterior of the historic Ferber House, an 1851 structure operating as an event venue.

Economic Development Manager Nate Carlson recommended approval of the Madison application to the city’s Façade Improvement Grant Program, a grant program that began in 2019 and provides a 50% match for eligible commercial property owners. Carlson noted the program has priority zones but does not preclude…

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