Demolition
Assistance Grant Programs
Demolition
I Program:
This
program provides grants of up to $4,000 to assist with demolishing
dilapidated residential structures in Oskaloosa. In consideration
of the grant, the borrower shall agree to redevelop the
property within two years. The assessed value of the
redeveloped property shall equal or exceed the value of the
structure(s) removed. If the improvements are not made
within a two year period, the grant shall be repaid in full
including accrued interest to the OHTF.
Demolition
II Program:
This
program provides assistance up to $4,000 to demolish dilapidated
housing structures within the city limits of Oskaloosa.
One-half of the awarded funds shall be in the form of a no-interest
loan to be repaid in two years. This program is to encourage
green space and/or future redevelopment. No redevelopment
provision is attached.
With
both programs all debris
shall be properly disposed of in compliance with the rules
and regulations of the City of Oskaloosa including the removal
and disposal of hazardous materials, such as asbestos.
Eligible
costs for reimbursement to the owner shall be the actual and
reasonable cost of
- Demolition permit
-
Disconnecting utilities
-
Removal and proper disposal of hazardous waste
-
Removal and proper disposal of above and below grade structures.
Applications
must be received and approved by the City prior
to demolition work commencing.
Click
here to download a demolition
application.
Return
completed applications to:
City
of Oskaloosa
Community
Development Department
220
South Market
Oskaloosa,
IA 52577
Applications
shall include at least 2 bids for the demolition, demolition
permit, and if applicant is not the property owner, proof
that the applicant has authority to act on behalf of the owner.
For
more information contact Laura Russell in the Community Development
Office at 641/673-8361 or e-mail laura.russell@oskaloosaiowa.org
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