Hanover Approves 17 Downtown Facade Incentive Projects for 2015

Hanover Council approved a staff recommendation Monday night to grant funding for 17 Downtown Facade Incentive Projects. The second intake in 2015 follows a highly successful and provincially recognized inaugural program launched in 2014. The Downtown Revitalization Implementation Committee (DTRIC) won an Ontario Economic Development Award in Public-Private Partnership for the program.

Funding of 37.5 percent for projects under $20,000 with an additional 24.75 percent possible for projects over $20,000 to a maximum grant of $15,000 was available to Downtown businesses in 2015. Congratulations to the following businesses who were approved during the second intake of the Facade Incentive Program:

Vi-Leen’s Fashions $468.75

Leifso & Leifso Professional Corporation $793.13

Premier Tax Advantage $825.00

11th Ave. Laundromat $1,048.50

Hanover Curling Club $1,126.56

Bunny and the Weasel $1,988.63

Hanover Massage & Wellness Centre $2,703.94

Garry Schultz Properties (Quick Print) $3,575.91

Grey Rose Restaurant & Suites $3,699.38

Bruton’s Decorating $4,231.50

Deb’s on 10th $5,174.63

Queen’s Bush Pub $5,241.75

Violet & Dandelion $5,617.13

Denimbar by His n Hers $7,272.00

The Giddy Goblin Games & Goodies $7,563.86

Sun Life Whitehead Financial Services $7,982.63

Hanover Collision Centre Ltd. $9,444.11

Council and staff are pleased to support the Facade Incentive Program. “We’ve realized its tremendous potential to not only improve the visual and structural condition of Downtown Hanover but also its ability to shine a light on Downtown and the partnerships created between local business and the municipality. This program has renewed excitement in Downtown Hanover and captured regional, provincial and national attention” said Mayor Sue Paterson.

Hanover will host the Ontario Business Improvement Area Association’s Communities of Practice session on June 19, 2015 as a result of the positive revitalization work, welcoming delegates from across the province.

Construction may begin as early as May 28, 2015 and will cease no later than November 2, 2015. Please watch our website, hanover.ca/downtown for regular updates about construction, including alternative routes for any temporarily obstructed sidewalks. We thank you for your cooperation and look forward to continuance of our transformation Downtown Hanover.

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