Developed in 1998, the Facade Improvement Grant Program has participated in over 100 projects removing blight and improving commercial site conditions in and along the city's distressed business corridors and districts.  Below are examples of projects that have participated in the program.

1547 West Boulevard - BEFORE.  The scope of this project included  improvements to the building facade as well as site improvements including closing a driveway close to the intersection and installing tree planting strips. 

1547 West Boulevard - AFTER.  At the intersection of West Blvd. and Remount, this project completed aesthetic improvements on 3 of the 4 corners.  New windows, doors, an enhanced parapet and site improvements now nicely complement the surrounding streetscape.

2123 S. Tryon Street- BEFORE.  This was a smaller project to improve the existing porch.  

2123 S. Tryon Street- AFTER.  With a new roof, columns, handrails and safer concrete steps, this small project made a big difference to the appearance of the existing facade. 

Shops at Freedom  - BEFORE.   At 2907 Freedom Drive, the Shops at Freedom represent a major parcel in the area that was in need of a facelift.

Shops at Freedom - 2907 Freedom Drive - AFTER.  The new parapet and masonry columns make a big difference to the site and surrounding area.