Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Housing Redevelopment topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
North Las Vegas agency approves residential curb-appeal grants to reimburse homeowners up to $25,000
Summary
The North Las Vegas Redevelopment Agency approved a reimbursable residential curb-appeal program that will reimburse eligible homeowners up to 50% of exterior improvement costs (maximum $25,000 per address; up to $90,000 for multiple properties), require work to begin within 45 days and finish within 180 days, and be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
The North Las Vegas Redevelopment Agency on March 4 approved a residential curb-appeal incentive program designed to boost exterior home improvements inside the city's redevelopment area.
Scott Carter, redevelopment specialist, said the program is structured as a reimbursable grant that will pay “up to 50% of their costs to a maximum” and set a cap of $25,000 per single address, with higher aggregate limits for owners of multiple units. Carter said the program will accept complete applications on a first-come, first-served basis and that approved applicants should begin work within 45 days and complete it within 180 days; extensions may be granted if necessary.
Carter listed eligible exterior improvements and said the program can be used to resolve code-compliance issues, but not solely for code fixes: “We want to change the view of our streets, the feel of our neighborhoods.” He also said the application is available in English and Spanish and that staff will underwrite applications and return them to the council for approval when appropriate.
Councilmembers asked how homeowners will finance work that requires upfront costs; Carter said an approved grant award letter can help applicants obtain funding from banks or use savings or gifts. When asked whether licensed contractors are required for work, Carter said the city prefers licensed contractors to help protect residents.
The council approved the program by motion. Staff said more details, including the redevelopment-area map and application QR code, will be posted on the city's website and that residents can reach the Redevelopment Agency at (702) 633-1523 for assistance.
The agency provided no estimate in the presentation of how many single-family homes fall within the eligible boundary; staff said they would return that information to the council.
