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Community Reinvestment Area (CRA): Real property tax abatement of up to 100% for 10-15 years for commercial or industrial development and/or rehabilitation. Post 1994 CRA rules apply and is subject to legislative approval.
Programs for Commercial Businesses
Community Reinvestment Area (CRA): Real property tax abatement of up to 100% for 10-15 years for commercial or industrial development and/or rehabilitation. Post 1994 CRA rules apply and is subject to legislative approval.
Storefront Renovation Program: The Storefront Renovation Rebate Program (SRRP) was designed to encourage property owners and/or business tenants within the URBAN COUNTY to make façade improvements and/or correct exterior code violations.

Businesses located in an Improvement Target Area may receive a 40% rebate (maximum $8,000), for qualified exterior improvements. Businesses NOT located in an Improvement Target Area may receive a 30% rebate (maximum $6,000), for exterior improvements. An additional 5% rebate may be available to businesses that use green/sustainable/recycled component in the project.

Eligible Projects: Signs, lighting, entryways, windows/door, painting or cleaning, ADA-Compliant access, visible exterior code violations, and landscaping (only as an addition to any of the projects).

Sponsored by Cuyahoga County. For more information please click for Application, Program Description, W-9 Form, and Flyer. Or visit the Cuyahoga County Department of Development’s website at: http://development.cuyahogacounty.us/
BCDC Sponsored Business Programs
Businesses must have a current business plan or one in the process in order to receive funds.
Building Improvement Program: Assistance for building improvements or equipment purchase is offered to a level that commensurate with the overall renovation project commitment. This program is citywide and has limited funds. Businesses must have evidence of a business plan in place. Click Here for Application
Signage/ Architectural Assistance Program: A building restoration and signage plan that is commercially sound and architecturally attractive. A rebate of 50% of the architectural costs shall not to exceed $800.00 per project. This program is citywide and has limited funds. Click Here for Application
Rent Reimbursement Program: Rent reimbursement for 12% of the monthly rent for a new retail business in the Downtown area for a period not to exceed two years. The City/BCDC's 12% portion of monthly rent shall not exceed $360.00. This program has limited funding available. Click Here for Application


Contact Information
Rebecca Corrigan
99 South Rocky River Drive
Berea, Ohio 44017
440.826.4727 dd
440.243.5036 fax
440.567.9909 mobile
Rebecca@bereacdc.org
www.bereacdc.org



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