Approval Criteria
OverviewApproval of applications shall be based on the funds available with priority given to sign applications in the following order with Category 1 being the highest priority and Category 4 the lowest. Within each category applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Category
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Description
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Category 1 - Non-Conforming Signs |
The removal and/or replacement of any non-conforming sign. |
Category 2 - Dilapidated / Worn-out Signs |
The replacement of worn out, rusted, broken and un-maintained signs with a sign meeting the requirements of this program. |
Category 3 - Other Signs |
New signs or conforming signs whose owners wish to upgrade the appearance and/or style of the sign. |
Category 4 - Previous Recipients |
Businesses who have received a grant in the preceding 36 months. |
Please note: Any sign paid for with Grant funds, that is removed within the first three years after Grant Award - for a business that is still operational, shall require the repayment to the DDA of Grant Funds expended.