Cook County Historic Facade Improvement Program
Cook County Bureau of Economic Development
About This Program
Matching grant program to help property owners restore and improve historic building facades in designated Cook County districts. Program provides 50% matching funds for eligible exterior improvements on buildings 50 years or older.
50/50 match required; grant reimburses 50% of eligible costs up to maximum
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- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- 50/50 matching grant up to $75,000
- For buildings 50+ years old
- Must be in designated historic district
- Covers exterior restoration and improvements
- Not currently funded, check for future rounds
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Deadline: Not currently funded, check back for future rounds
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