The City of Grover Beach recently approved a Storefront Improvement Project and entered into an agreement with Mid-State Bank to provide loans to property and business owners for the renovation of building facades along the Grand Avenue corridor. In order to qualify for the Storefront Improvement Project, you must meet certain criteria from both Mid-State Bank and the City. The Bank will set standards for creditworthiness and ensure that the loan is used only for the purposes of making storefront improvements. The City has established architectural review criteria to assist you in designing your building modifications. The design should be consistent with the design theme and maintain compatibility with the surrounding environment, including the use of materials, colors and landscaping.
Safety is an important factor for both the circulation of vehicles and pedestrian traffic.
Architectural Standards are available at the Community Development Department counter. The standards address acceptable design of buildings, landscaping, lighting and signage. The Application must be completed and submitted to Mid-State Bank with a description of the proposed improvements to your building, including detailed building plans. The Application will then be forwarded to the City of Grover Beach Community Development Department for review and to determine whether the proposed improvements meet the criteria for the Storefront Improvement Project. Pick up this application form from the City Community Development Department.