Do I need a notary for the Facade Improvement Grant Application?

No. The application is signed and dated by the applicant and, if different, the property owner. No notarized or sworn attachment is listed.

What must I include with my application?

Include a typed project narrative, photos or drawings of the existing facade, proposed improvement drawings, detailed cost estimates, a proposed timeline, and proof of insurance.

Who can apply for a facade improvement grant?

Owners of commercially used property in the Downtown Development District can apply. Tenants may apply with the property owner’s signature.

Howard City, MI · Montcalm County

No notary required

Facade Improvement Grant Application

Howard City property owners and tenants use this application to request Downtown Development Authority funding for eligible exterior facade improvements.

What this form is

The application requests grant support for eligible exterior improvements to commercial property in Howard City’s Downtown Development District. Applicants submit a project narrative, photos or drawings of the existing facade, proposed improvement drawings, cost estimates, a timeline, and proof of insurance. A zoning site plan review application is also required for work that changes the exterior appearance of a building.

Who needs it

Owners of commercially used property in Howard City’s Downtown Development District, and tenants with the property owner’s signature, can apply.

How to submit it

Return the completed application packet to the Village of Howard City, PO Box 510, 125 Shaw Street, Howard City, MI 49329. The document also directs applicants to contact the Village Manager before applying for a free pre-application consultation.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant and property owner, if different, sign the form, and no notarized or sworn attachment is listed.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Facade Improvement Grant Application.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the applicant, business, property owner, and site address information, then sign and date the application.
3
Gather Required Materials
Include the project narrative, facade photos or drawings, proposed improvement drawings, cost estimates, timeline, and proof of insurance.
4
Submit The Application Packet
Mail or deliver the completed packet to the Village of Howard City at the address listed on the application.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Facade Improvement Grant Application?: No. The application is signed and dated by the applicant and, if different, the property owner. No notarized or sworn attachment is listed.
How do I submit the Facade Improvement Grant Application?: Return the completed application packet to the Village of Howard City, PO Box 510, 125 Shaw Street, Howard City, MI 49329.
What must I include with my application?: Include a typed project narrative, photos or drawings of the existing facade, proposed improvement drawings, detailed cost estimates, a proposed timeline, and proof of insurance.
Who can apply for a facade improvement grant?: Owners of commercially used property in the Downtown Development District can apply. Tenants may apply with the property owner’s signature.

Need something notarized?

This Facade Improvement Grant Application doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.