Commercial Facade Improvement Program
City of St. Louis CDA / SLDC
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Commercial Facade Improvement Program in its St. Louis, MO research directory. Directory placement does not confirm current service coverage or eligibility; verify both with the program administrator.
Forgivable loans of $5,000-$50,000 for exterior facade improvements on commercial properties in LMI areas, Metrolink corridor, NRSAs, and EJI Demonstration Areas. Eligible: windows, doors, masonry, signage, awnings, lighting. Must maintain active operations 5 years post-improvement.
Business in eligible commercial corridor or LMI area
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for St. Louis, MO, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Healthy Home Repair Program (HHRP) Avg $18,000 (no stated cap)
- M:STL Minor Home Repair Program Free minor repairs
- Senior Minor Home Repair Program Free (some cost-sharing for contracted work)
- CDBG Home Repair Loan Pool $1.9M loan pool (FY2026)
Key Details
- $5,000-$50,000 forgivable loan
- Forgiven after 5 years of active operation
- Eligible areas: Metrolink corridor, NRSAs, EJI areas, LMI corridors
- Email: CDBG@stlouis-mo.gov
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: FY2026 applications open, rolling
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Commercial Facade Improvement Program in St. Louis, MO?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $50,000 forgivable. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Commercial Facade Improvement Program in St. Louis?
The record carries discovery tags. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Commercial Facade Improvement Program in St. Louis, MO?
Confirm the application route directly with City of St. Louis CDA / SLDC; use the cited source on this page as a starting point. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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