City of Tillamook

The Tillamook Urban Renewal Agency (TURA) has implemented a Façade Grant Program to:

• Enhance the exterior condition of businesses in the Tillamook Urban Renewal District.
• Restore the historic character of buildings within the district.
• Improve private assets of the District by revitalizing distinctiveness and integrity of downtown structures.

Eligible Improvements:

• Awnings appropriate for the façade improvement and architecture.
• Exterior painting that it is consistent with other downtown buildings.
• Non-illuminating signs that are compatible with other buildings on the block and that conform to the standards of the Tillamook City Code.
• Exterior masonry repair.
• Repair to exterior facades (front, rear & side facades are eligible).
• Sign removal, replacement or repair
• Installation, repair or replacement to cornices, doors, windows, decorative detail, awnings, window display lighting.
• Exterior lighting
• Landscaping features (e.g. window boxes or planters)
• Bike racks or benches
• Removal of barriers to access for people with disabilities

Ineligible Projects:

• Interior improvements
• Roofing and paving
• Structural improvements
• Security measures (i.e. gates, security systems)
• Loading docks or parking lot entrances
• Removal of architecturally important features   

Application Process:

In order to receive a Façade Grant the building owner, or tenant approved by the building owner, shall complete all of the following:

1. Review the design guidelines.
2. Complete and submit a Façade Grant Application form.
3. Submit a drawing of proposed improvements (plans need not be done by a professional architect unless the project includes structural improvements).
4. An applicant may request design assistance.  Design assistance costs may also be funded by the TURA, in addition to grant allocation.  Dollar amount of design funding will be set by the proposal committee.  A supplemental application must be submitted to the TURA Proposal Committee for design assistance. 
5. Submit a specific description of each part of the proposed improvements (paint color, material type, etc.).
6. Submit cost estimates for the proposed improvements.  Bids must be provided if the work is being done by a contractor.