New Ironton Building Improvement Program Launches
The Empowerment Zone has launched a new Building Exterior Improvement Program to encourage the preservation and rehabilitation of structures within Ironton’s Downtown Central Business District.

Those eligible for the program are owners of or those leasing commercial structures or mixed-use structures within the EZ’s defined district. This area includes the south side of Railroad Street to the north side of Adams Street, from the west side of Fourth Street to the railroad tracks of Norfolk & Southern Railroad.

Grant funding amounts are matched “dollar for dollar” and are based on following three criteria:

• Building Height – the number of stories of the building (stories are as defined by the current building code)
• Building Street Frontage – the combined length of all sides of the building visible along a public street
• Architectural Significance – buildings that have been deemed eligible for the National Register and have successfully completed a Part One application for the Register

In addition to a Building Exterior Grant, an applicant may apply for one of two additional grants – either an Awning or Sign Grant. Awning and sign grants are also “dollar for dollar” matching grants and are available for the cost of design, permits, fabrication and installation. There is a $1,000 maximum on these awards.

All work performed must be pursuant to the architectural renderings and specifications approved by the City of Ironton Design Review Board and must comply with the City of Ironton Design Guidelines.

Click here for the Ironton Building Exterior Improvement Program Summary.

Click here for the Ironton Building Exterior Program Application.