Poland, OH · Mahoning County
Application for Historic Preservation Grant
Residents who own and live in qualifying historic homes in the Village of Poland use this application to request a grant for exterior improvements.
What this form is
This application requests a one-time grant of up to $5,000 for exterior improvements to an eligible historic home in the Village of Poland. Applicants must reside in the home, which must be at least 125 years old according to Poland Historical Society records. The form asks for applicant and property details, project description and cost, contractor information or materials, and signatures.
Who needs it
A resident who owns and lives in a home at least 125 years old, as determined by Poland Historical Society records, may apply.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it asks for a contractor agreement or materials list, neither of which it says must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the historic preservation grant application.
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Complete The Application
Provide applicant and property details, describe the project, estimate its cost, and sign and date the application.
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Gather Project Attachments
If using a contractor, attach the contractor agreement, including a materials list and cost estimate. Otherwise, list the materials needed.
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Submit The Application
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for the historic preservation grant?
- The application is for a resident and owner of a historic home in the Village of Poland. The home must be at least 125 years old according to Poland Historical Society records.
- What improvements can the grant cover?
- The grant is for exterior improvements that maintain the home's historic appearance and fit the community's character. Examples include painting, repairs, lighting, landscaping, walkways, patios, and fencing.
- Do I need a notary for this grant application?
- No. The application calls for signatures and dates, not notarization. It asks applicants using a contractor to attach the contractor agreement, materials list, and cost estimate, but does not say these need to be notarized or sworn.
- How do I submit the historic preservation grant application?
- The document does not give submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.