Façade Grant Program
Façade grants assist building owners in improving the appearance of their business.
All Façade Grant Programs are incentive matching (50/50) grant programs funded by the Denison Development Alliance (DDA) to improve the appearance of buildings that are in highly visible areas as defined by the Denison Development Alliance and to encourage quality design. Façade Grants are designated to assist in three areas, each with unique requirements and qualifications:
- Gateway properties, and
- Perimeter properties
- Commercial Historic Overlay District (CHOD)
Any retail, non-profit, or commercial building/business owner within the designated program areas (see map) is eligible to apply. The grant application and support documents must be submitted prior to any work being initiated.
Limited funding is available. Therefore, some applications may not be approved due to limited funding.

Additional Requirements for CHOD Participants
CHOD participants will also need to complete and submit the City of Denison Historic Preservation Board Certificate of Appropriateness Application and the DDA Addendum to HPB Certificate of Appropriateness Application.