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HomeMy Public PortalAboutResolution 1347RESOLUTION NO. 1347 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING CERTAIN FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM REVISIONS NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF PLAINFIELD, WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS AS FOLLOWS: I. That the attached Facade Improvement Program Revisions are hereby adopted by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Plainfield. Passed this 7th day of October , 2002. AYES: Cherry, Calabrese, Collins, Swalwell, O'Connell, Thomson NAYS: ~ ABSENT:p Approved this _ 7th. _ day of , 2002. ILLA ID A7T~S~T; - ~_ l VI6~A~ GLEf~ ~ -- _. .. - PROGRAM PURPOSE: The Village of Plainfield Facade Improvement Program is designed to promote the continued use and maintenance of commercial buildings in the downtown area by helping property owners and tenants rehabilitate and restore eligible structures. Reimbursement grants are provided to owners or tenants in recognition of the positive impact that individual building improvements can have on the overall appearance, quality, and vitality of the downtown. ELIGIBLE PROPERTIES: Ta be eligible for a Facade Improvement Program reimbursement grant, a building must be used in whole or in part for commercial purposes and must be located within the target area. The target area coincides with the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district located in the historic downtown. GRANT AVAILABLE: Grants are available to make improvements to a building's facade, which is defined as any building or structural elevation fronting a public roadway or alley. Property owners or business tenants who will make at least $1,000 in improvements are eligible to receive a matching grant. The grant reimburses up to 50% of the cost of construction improvements and 100% of architectural fees. The maximum amount is $40.00 per square foot of facade for construction improvements and $1.50 per square foot of facade for architectural fees. While architectural services by a licensed architect are encouraged, they are not required to participate in the program. If the Village approves the project, the architect may provide bidding and construction plans and documents, as well as construction supervision. Only architectural services directly related to the approved facade improvements will be reimbursed. All drawings submitted (see checklist with application form) shall be to scale and show a reasonable degree of detail to allow easy identification of the work proposed. Two cost estimates, along with a contractor's brief description and proposed methodology, will be required with any application. These items, as well as the others listed in the application checklist, are required to obtain grant funds. The maximum amount of the reimbursement grant for a specific property will be set forth in the Farrade Improvement Agreement. This Agreement is signed by the Village and the applicant, after the Village Board has approved the project. If costs exceed the original estimates, the property owner or tenant will be responsible for the full amount of the excess. The Village cannot reimburse more than the total amount specified in the Agreement. Reimbursement grants are subject to Federal and State taxes, and are reported to the Internal Revenue Service on Form 1099. Property owners and tenants should consult their tax advisor far tax liability information. REVIEW OF PROPOSALS: The Village retains the right to approve an entire request, to approve portions of a request, suggest and/or ask for changes/additions to a request before approving, or to deny any request or portion thereof. Staff will prepare a report offering a brief introduction to the project, a review of the various aspects of the proposal, and a suggested recommendation. This report will be presented to the Economic Development Committee for review and recommendation and then to the Village Board far final approval. An work commenced riot to Villa a Board a royal and si nin of an a regiment will be done at the a licant's own risk. Said work ma not be eli ible for reimbursement fundin . Every project will be evaluated far its preservation value, extent/scope of work proposed, and its potential to contribute to the program purpose. The staff report will be presented and consider various aspects in the following method: 1. BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO THE PROJECT AND PROPOSAL 2. ANALYSIS OF PROPOSAL a. Preservation value i. As identified in the Downtown Design Guidelines (Available for purchase at the Village or on-line at www. Plainfield-il.org) ii. Service of the building iii. Historical importance (While historical preservation is not the primary goal with the facade improvement program, it is important to consider the historical character of the building.) b. Extent/scope of work proposed i_ Discuss each aspect of the projecf (Utilizing photographs and descriptions submitted by applicant to explain and evaluate the project.) ii. Adherence to the Downtown Design Guidelines c. Potential to contribute to the program purpose i. Economically 1. Anticipated increase in assessed value (It is important that all projects demonstrate a potential to contribute to the economic vitality of downtown.) 2. How the building be used following the project a. Contribute to economic vitality of downtown? b. Historical character? 3. Impact on block/neighborhood ii. Aesthetically 1. Appearance 2. Impact on block/neighborhood 3. SUMMARY a. Highlight any aspects of the project that are desirable or unique b. Additional comments regarding the project c. Items yet to discuss 4. RECOMMENDATION a. Staff s recommendation b. Proposed motion ELIGIBLE IMPROVEMENTS: • Exit doors (exterior) Installation, repair, and replacement of exit doors and hardware to provide public access, meet current building and fire codes, and/or improve the overall appearance of the building. • Painting Painting of the exterior surface of the buildings. • Shutters and Awnings Repair, replacement, or addition of exterior shutters and awnings (exceptions: mansard roofs, backlit and/or plastic awnings are not eligible for funding). • Signs Repair and replacement. • Stairs, Porches, Railings, Exits Repair and replacement (including installation) of exterior stairs, parches, railings, and exit facilities. • Walls Repair and rebuilding of exterior walls, including cleaning, sealing, tuck-pointing, painting, etc. • WIndOWs Repair of frames, sills, glazing, replacement of glass, and installation of new windows. • Cornices Repair or construction of cornices in order to replicate building's original facade. The following items are not eligible for reimbursement grants under the Village of Plainfield Facade Improvement Program: • Building permit fees and related costs; • Extermination of insects, rodents, vermin, and other pests; • Sidewalks; • Title reports and legal fees; • Acquisition of land or buildings; • Air conditioning and heating facilities; • Electrical wiring or service upgrade, except electrical work necessary to illuminate an eligible sign; • Elevator repair or installation; • Interior floor or ceiling replacement and repair; and, • Plumbing.