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1. Program Overview & Purpose
The Art Deco Painting Incentive Program (“Program”) is a matching grant incentive program designed to assist property owners of commercial buildings in covering the costs associated with painting and enhancing the exterior façade of their building. The distinctive architecture and historic color schemes of the District contribute to its celebrated Art Deco architectural style and historic character. This Program seeks to reinforce that character by supporting visual improvements that enhance the sense of place and visual appeal within the district. Program awards are structured as matching grants, covering up to 50% of eligible project expenses, with a maximum grant of $20,000 per application. Grants are awarded on a reimbursement basis, requiring that work be completed, and expenses incurred before reimbursement.
The Program’s primary goals are to: promote and highlight the Art Deco character of buildings within the Miami Beach Architectural District, fostering a welcoming and attractive environment for residents, visitors, shoppers, and merchants alike; support and encourage property owners in the painting, improvement, repair, and preservation of historic buildings; and stimulate private investment and revitalization efforts within the district.
2. Eligibility Requirements for Reimbursement
Any building owner or commercial tenant of a contributing historic building located within the District is eligible to apply. A property’s contributing status within the historic district must be confirmed. All applications submitted by building tenants require written consent of the building owner.
3. Required Documents
An application will be accepted for consideration when preliminary approval of the following requirements has been satisfied. The City reserves the discretion to accept, reject or request modification of any application.
City staff shall verify all information as necessary. Once City staff has determined an application has met eligibility requirements, an initial site inspection will evaluate suitability and determine existence of code violations or life and safety issues requiring remediation. Applicants will be notified in writing regarding eligibility status, including explanation of application denial, if applicable.
TO APPLY:
Online submission of completed application form will include:
- Color photographs of current façade from sidewalk or street
- Conceptual design and specific scope of work
- Proof of fire and extended insurance for property
- Proof of insurance and necessary business licenses for selected contractor/painter
- Three (3) project cost estimates/quotes for the proposed work over $5,000 (Five Thousand Dollars)
- Property owner consent
TO REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT:
- A business must have an active and valid City of Miami Beach Business Tax Receipt (BTR)
- Completed W9 Form, if applicable
- The City Commission, at its discretion, may consider any other criteria at the request and recommendation of the City Manager
4. Incentive Award
Eligible businesses will be provided a reimbursement-based financial incentive covering up to fifty percent (50%) of eligible project expenses with a maximum of $20,000.
• Reimbursable expenses must be paid by the business entity.
5. Application Process
- Applications accepted on a rolling basis and evaluated on a first-come, first-qualified, first-served basis.
- Complete applications will be evaluated and recommended within 3-4 weeks. If an application is not recommended for award, the applicant will be notified.
- Staff will meet with applicant to ensure clear understanding of the Program’s guidelines, and the parties’ obligations and responsibilities.
- Recommendations will be based on funding availability and eligibility criteria. Each recommendation for award must be approved by City Commission Resolution.
- Following City Commission approval, the grant recipient will execute a grant agreement outlining program details.
- Grant recipients will have six (6) months from date of executed agreement to begin project, and twelve (12) months following execution of the agreement to complete the scope of work. The award letter and application agreement will specify the deadline for when the work needs to be completed.
- All work/improvements must comply with Miami Beach City Code and Florida Building Code.
- Reimbursement of the grant recipient’s own labor or other in-kind costs are NOT eligible.
- Grant recipient must provide monthly updates to City staff throughout project execution.
- Grant recipient must provide the following for review, prior to reimbursement of expenses: copies of receipts and/or paid invoices, proof of payment (copy of checks or bank statements), contractor license documentation (as necessary), and photos of completed work. Additional documents may be required by City staff as requested.
6. Application Instructions
- Carefully review Program guidelines, application, and related materials.
- Prior to applying, please contact the City’s Economic Development Department to discuss your application, business needs, and whether your business furthers the Program objectives.
- City of Miami Beach Economic Development Department
- Subject: Art Deco Painting Incentive Program
- Email: mbbiz@miamibeachfl.gov Phone: 305-673-7572
- Submit your online application at https://mbbiz.gosmart.org/.
- Consideration for participation in the Program will not commence until an Applicant submits a complete application. Any prior communication with City staff related to the submission of an application does not constitute application submittal or consideration.
- The Application must be signed by an executive officer or owner of the named entity serving as Applicant.
7. Reimbursement Process
After expenses are paid by the business entity, the grant recipient must provide the following to the City for review, prior to reimbursement of expenses:
• Copies of receipts and/or paid invoices
• Proof of payment (copy of checks or bank statements)
The Miami Beach Civic Access (CSS) portal is the next generation service site for permitting, planning, business tax receipts and code compliance. Users can submit various requests online — learn the status of your permit application, building plan or even request an inspection.
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