Retail Façade Program

Applications for a grant and/or loan under this scheme will only be considered if they meet the following criteria:

• Where required, a planning permit or building permit must be obtained and compliance with such permit followed.
• Works have not commenced or been completed prior to submitting an application.
• Must not have previously been granted/received $10,000 in the current financial year.
• Works must be undertaken within the Shire Retail Precincts.

• Painting and/or cleaning of façade
• Removal of outdated assets such as signage, air conditioning units and hoardings
• Minor repairs, maintenance or reinstatement of missing elements, particularly for heritage buildings
• Minor repairs to existing façade tiles or stone accents, or structural façade elements and awnings
• Veranda upgrades including new constructions and replacements
• Installation of new business signage
• Installation of new store lighting visible from the street
• Other external façade works proposed by a landlord/business owner that reflect the intent and purpose of the fund