Applications for the City of Albemarle’s Downtown Catalyst Grant Program are now available. This is the third year the City of Albemarle is offering the grant program designed to assist businesses in the downtown Municipal Service District (MSD). 

An individual business in the downtown Municipal Service District (MSD) may receive a maximum of $50,000 in grant funds to make facade and/or building stabilization improvements as well as internal improvements including furniture, fixtures, and equipment used in the business.  

A seven-member grant committee, chaired by Councilman Chris Whitley, will review grant applications.

The deadline for applications to be submitted for review is November 12, 2024.

Click here to review the catalyst grant procedures before completing the application form.

Grant applications will need to have the following items to complete an application:

• Completed IRS form W-9 (see www.irs.gov ) 
• Current photograph of property to be improved 
• Description of the scope of work for the proposed improvement project
• Property Owner Approval if applicant is tenant 
• Proof of financial ability to execute agreement from bank or financial institution
• Three written estimates from licensed contractors as to all project work 
• Description or photo of product chosen for any furniture, fixtures, and   equipment
• Include two quotes from dealers for furniture, fixtures, or equipment (if applicable)  
• For internal or external building improvements documentation of identified ADA, building and/or fire code issues, along with description of proposed improvements.