Nokomis, IL · Montgomery County
Business District Grant Application
Commercial property owners or eligible tenants use this application to request city grant assistance for eligible building repairs, improvements, or signage.
What this form is
This application requests grant assistance for eligible improvements to commercial properties within the designated Nokomis Business District Area. It asks for applicant and property details, proposed work and estimated costs, project dates, and a written project summary; applicants must include the listed supporting materials. City approval is required before work begins or costs are incurred, and approved applicants must sign a separate grant agreement.
Who needs it
Property owners or legal tenants representing a business may apply for eligible improvements to a qualifying commercial property in the designated district.
How to submit it
During the Enrollment Period, mail, email, or hand-deliver the completed application and required attachments to the Nokomis City Clerk at 22 S. Cedar Street, Nokomis, IL 62075, or [email protected].
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the related grant agreement also calls for signatures but does not require notarization.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Business District Grant Program PDF and locate the Grant Application Form.
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Complete And Sign
Enter applicant, property, and project details, provide a written project summary, and sign and date the application.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Include the latest property tax bill and contractor bids or estimates; add available renderings, site plans, or drawings.
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Submit To The City
During the Enrollment Period, mail, email, or hand-deliver the application and attachments to the Nokomis City Clerk.
Frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for the Nokomis Business District Grant?
- A property owner or legal tenant representing a business may apply for eligible work at a qualifying non-residential commercial property within the designated Nokomis Business District Area.
- What information and attachments does the application request?
- It asks for applicant, business, property, and project details, including proposed work and estimated costs. Attach a signed application, the latest property tax bill, contractor estimates, and available project drawings or renderings.
- Do I need a notary for the Business District Grant Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. The related grant agreement also calls for signatures but does not require notarization.
- How do I submit the Business District Grant Application?
- During the Enrollment Period, mail or hand-deliver it to the Nokomis City Clerk at 22 S. Cedar Street, Nokomis, IL 62075, or email it to [email protected], with required attachments.
Need something notarized?
This Business District Grant Application doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.