Historic Preservation and Downtown Revitalization
the New York Main Street programNew York Main Street provides financial resources and technical assistance to communities to strengthen the economic vitality of the State’s traditional Main Streets and neighborhoods. PRIDE’s program is committed to revitalizing historic downtowns, mixed-use neighborhood commercial districts, and village centers.
Main Street grants are revitalizing New York State’s downtowns through targeted commercial/residential improvements such as façade renovations, interior commercial and residential building upgrades, and streetscape enhancements. NYMS funds are not available for building demolition or new construction.
Eligible Program activities may include the following:
Building Renovation: exterior facade and storefront renovations or interior renovations for commercial or residential units. All work must comply with the standards of the State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP or SHPO), and with local design guidelines.
Streetscape Enhancement: Funds for Streetscape enhancement may be requested only as an ancillary activity to building renovation activities. Streetscape enhancement funds may be used for activities such as: planting trees; installing street furniture and trash receptacles; providing appropriate signs in accordance with a local signage plan; and performing other appurtenant activities to enhance the NYMS target area.
PRIDE Availability
PRIDE is available to author and administer grant programs for municipalities. Municipalities should contact PRIDE at info@prideofticonderoga.org to schedule time to discuss their downtown revitalization needs. You can also CLICK HERE to learn more.
Program link: https://hcr.ny.gov/new-york-main-street
Summary of Steps
Owner Application
Owner completes pre-application and sends to PRIDE of Ticonderoga.
Scope of Work
The owner will develop an outline of work both for the façade and the building interior including apartments. PRIDE staff will assist the owner in preparing the scope of work.
SHPO Impact Letter
PRIDE will prepare and submit all SHPO documents. These documents are for the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation agency and are required for all Montcalm Street buildings located in the designated historic district of Ticonderoga.
Proposals
Request for proposals/quotes will be sent to contractors who are selected by the owner. After the proposals/quotes are returned and opened, the owner will select a contractor. The grant reimbursement will be based on 50% of the lowest proposal/quote amount regardless of contractor selection.
Contract Agreements
A contract agreement will be signed between the owner and the contractor.
A contract agreement between PRIDE and the owner will be signed and notarized.
An agreement will be signed indicating the owner has the financing in place to complete the project.
Work
PRIDE will inspect the on-going work. The owner is responsible for all payments to the contractor and must provide proof of payments before PRIDE reimbursements are made to the owner. Lien releases will be required at project closeout.