Commercial property owners can benefit from the City of Amarillo’s Business Improvement Grant Program

AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The City of Amarillo announced that commercial property owners and business owners in the Barrio, Eastridge, North Heights, and San Jacinto neighborhoods of Amarillo will now be able to take advantage of the Business Improvement Grant Program to improve the exterior of their property.

According to officials from the City of Amarillo, the BIG program offers a matching grant of up to 50% of total exterior improvement project costs with a maximum match of $20,000 for projects costing $40,000 or more. Officials noted projects must be to the exterior of the commercial property or business.

“The BIG Program is an excellent opportunity for owners to significantly improve the value
of their business or property,” said COA Assistant Director of Planning Drew Brassfield.
“There are many possibilities for exterior improvement, from new paint and doors to
historical preservation.”

COA officials stated the BIG program provides technical and conceptual design guidance and financial assistance to enhance a commercial property or business exterior. Officials noted the restoration of significant architectural features is also a primary factor in the grant process.

More information and the application process for the BIG program can be found on the City of Amarillo’s website.