Quality Growth Resource Team report, Boston

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P ROTECTION | GROWTH

PREPAREDNESS | APPROPRIATE BUSINESSES | EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES | HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES | LOCAL

Quality Growth Resource Team Report

SELF- D ETERMINATION | REGIONAL COOPERATION | SHARED SOLUTIONS | EMPLO Y M E N T O PTIONS | REGIONAL

IDENTITY | IN F I L L D E V E L O P M E N T | TRADITIONAL NEIGHBORHOODS | O P E N S PACE P RESERVATION | TRANSPORTATION

AL TERNATIVES | GR OWTH P REPAREDNESS | APPROPRIATE BU S I N E S S E S | EDUCATIONAL O PPORTUNITIES | H O U S I N G

O PPORTUNITIES | LOCAL SELF- D ETERMINATION | REGIONAL COOPERATION | SHARED SOLUTIONS | EMPLO Y M E N T

OPTIONS | REGIONAL

IDENTITY | INFILL

D EVELOPMENT | TRADITIONAL

NEIGHBORHOODS | O P E NSPA CE

P RESERVATION | TRANSPOR TATION ALT E R N ATIVES | H ERITAGE P R E S E R VATION | SE N S E OF P L ACE | ENVIR O N M E N TAL

PR OTECTION | GR OWTH PREPAREDNESS | APPROPRIATE BUSINESSES | EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES | HOUSING

O PPORTUNITIES | LOCAL SELF- D ETERMINATION | REGIONAL COOPERATION | SHARED SOLUTIONS | EMPLO Y M E N T

OPTIONS | REGIONAL

IDENTITY | INFILL

D EVELOPMENT | TRADITIONAL

NEIGHBORHOODS | O P E NSPA CE

P RESERVATION | TRANSPOR TATION ALT E R N ATIVES | H ERITAGE P R E S E R VATION | SE N S E OF P L ACE | ENVIR O N M E N TAL

PR OTECTION | GR OWTH PREPAREDNESS | APPROPRIATE BUSINESSES | EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES | HOUSING

O PPORTUNITIES | LOCAL SELF- D ETERMINATION | REGIONAL COOPERATION | SHARED SOLUTIONS | EMPLO Y M E N T

OPTIONS | REGIONAL

IDENTITY | INFILL

D EVELOPMENT | TRADITIONAL

NEIGHBORHOODS | O P E NSPA CE

P RESERVATION |H ERITAGE

P R E S E R VATION | SE N S E

OF

PL ACE | ENVIR ONMENTAL

P ROTECTION | GROWTH

PREPAREDNESS | APPROPRIATE BUSINESSES | EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES | HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES | LOCAL

SELF- D ETERMINATION | REGIONAL COOPERATION | SHARED SOLUTIONS | EMPLO Y M E N T O PTIONS | REGIONAL

IDENTITY | IN F I L L D E V E L O P M E N T | TRADITIONAL NEIGHBORHOODS | O P E N S PACE P RESERVATION | TRANSPORTATION

AL TERNATIVES | GR OWTH P REPAREDNESS | APPROPRIATE BU S I N E S S E S | EDUCATIONAL O PPORTUNITIES | H O U S I N G
Boston OPPORTUNITIES | LOCAL SELF- DETERMINATION | REGIONAL COOPERATION | SHARED SOLUTIONS | EMPLO YMENT

OPTIONS | REGIONAL

IDENTITY | INFILL

December 2002 D EVELOPMENT | TRADITIONAL

NEIGHBORHOODS | O P E NSPA CE

P RESERVATION | TRANSPOR TATION ALT E R N ATIVES | H ERITAGE P R E S E R VATION | SE N S E OF P L ACE | ENVIR O N M E N TAL

PR OTECTION | GR OWTH PREPAREDNESS | APPROPRIATE BUSINESSES | EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES | HOUSING

The Georgia Quality Growth Partnership (GQGP) is a collaboration among diverse public and private entities that seeks to provide local governments and citizens with the tools and knowledge to transform the way we define, create, and sustain high
quality Georgia communities. The primary purpose of the GQGP is to facilitate local government implementation of quality growth approaches by: Disseminating objective information on the various
approaches. Developing tools for implementing these approaches. Sharing of best practices learned from other places, times,
and cultures. Promoting acceptance of quality growth by the general
public and community leaders. Founded in March 2000, the GQGP has grown to more than 30 organizations, each contributing time, in kind services, or financial resources to fostering Partnership efforts.
Community Resource Team visits and final presentation reports are coordinated and produced by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. The electronic version of this publication (PDF) may be found online at: www.dca.state.ga.us/publications/boston.html CDs are available upon request. Contact: Julie Brown jbrown@dca.state.ga.us phone: 404.679.0614

Team Members
Corinne Blencoe
Regional Representative, Region Four Regional Services, DCA
Julie Brown
Quality Growth Specialist Quality Growth, DCA
Cindy Eidson
Downtown Program Manager Downtown Development, DCA
Carmine Fischetti
Landscape Designer Downtown Development, DCA
Melissa Forgey
Executive Director Thomasville Landmarks, Inc.
Paul Forgey
Planning Director Southwest Georgia RDC
Chrissy Marlowe
Quality Growth Consultant Quality Growth, DCA
Alex McDonald
Planner Southwest Georgia RDC
Joanie Perry
Economic Development Field Services Coordinator Economic Development, DCA
Dee Dee Quinnelly
Quality Growth Specialist Quality Growth, DCA
Paul Simo
Design Manager The Georgia Trust
Sue Tilden
Planner Coordinated Planning, DCA

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Major Gateway Hwy. 84 & Green St.

Minor Gateway Main St. & Railroad Ave.

Candy Manufacturer
Development Site
l Annex and acquire property l Utilize state assistance programs to
finance acquisition and development (see Recommendations Chart)

Historic Downtown Boston
l Maintain historic character l Encourage retail usage of storefronts l Acquire the following properties and offer for redevelopment:
Facade located next to C&L Loan Company Building at 106 North Main Street Vacant lot behind Main Street buildings Old gas station property at Main & Jefferson Streets Property at Main & Railroad Avenue with "red barn"

Gateways
l Annex property at gateways
l Use Land Use regulations to control development at these sites
l Install signage to channel visitors to downtown
l Improve landscaping (GaDOT will permit heavier landscaping if persistent)

Recommendations
5

Lite Industrial Area
l Create special tax district to fund the following activities:
- Inventory all available parcels - Conduct parcel-by-parcel assessments - Purchase and cleanup as appropriate - Offer each site for development

Recommendations

More Information About Recommendation

Illustration # Appendix Cost Timeframe

Recommendation

Why Necessary

General Comments

Acquire property located next to C&L Loan Company (only faade remains), stabilize, and offer for redevelopment

To preserve the integrity of

historically significant

structures

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Possible uses for this space include: Trailhead, Outdoor Caf, passthru from parking area to downtown. Keep the space active. Gate at C High Immediate night if necessary for security.

Acquire property at 106 North Main Street (building with purple & blue trim), stabilize, and offer for redevelopment

To preserve the integrity of

historically significant

structures

1

Possible uses for this space include: Visitor's Center, Caf/Ice Cream C High Immediate Parlor/Candy Outlet, or Retail

Acquire vacant property behind Main Street buildings and offer for redevelopment
Establish a Faade Grant Program
Encourage retail uses in downtown storefronts Relocate office/professional (medical, brokerage, etc.) uses to upper floors

To provide a space for downtown parking To maintain downtown character
To maintain downtown character
To maintain downtown character

1 C High Immediate

2

Low Mid-Term

Possible uses include: Market, Caf, Restaurants, Antiques, and 3 D None Long-Term Pharmacy

3 D None Long-Term Creates density, brings more people downtown

Acquire old Gas Station property at the corner of Main & Jefferson Streets, stabilize, and offer for redevelopment

To preserve the integrity of

historically significant

structures

4

To preserve the integrity of

Acquire property across Railroad Tracks from Post Office with "red barn," historically significant

stabilize, and offer for redevelopment

structures

5

Develop a marketing plan for Boston Explore lodging options Conduct a Tree Survey Conduct a Historic Resources Survey and seek National Register Designations Adopt a Historic Preservation Ordinance and create a Local Historic District Become a Certified Local Government Seek designation of Main Street Program
Start a Charter School
Review and update Ordinances & Regulations
Annex property at gateways and install signage
Annex property for Lite Industrial Development Site (see page 5) Develop old school and old library sites for recreational use
Explore transportation plans for Thomas County

To help promote tourism in

Boston

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To help promote tourism in Boston

To preserve the integrity of significant trees To preserve the integrity of historically significant structures

To preserve the integrity of historically significant structures

To preserve the integrity of historically significant structures

To gain assistance with downtown revitalization

Attracts families for quality of life and will help to capture some of Thomasville's 20% projected growth for next decade

To enable the types of development recommended by the Resource Team

To help plan, protect, and

control the type of

development at entrances

to Boston. Will channel

visitors to downtown

Boston.

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To increase Economic Development Opportunities in Boston To provide venues for recreational activities
To assist the community with transportation needs around Thomas County for work, play, medical, or housing.

Possible uses include: Farmer's Market (seasonal, organics, local C High Immediate product); Special Events (city sponsored or private use)
C High Immediate Marketing plan should include information about the following Boston amenities: 1) Mini Marathon; 2) Dog Training; 3) Bicycle Riding; 4) Bird Watching; 5) Hunting Plantations; 6) Train Watching; 7) Dining; 8) "Bedroom Community;" 9) Farmer's Market; 10) 2nd Biggest Boston in US; 11) Christmas Parade; 12) Great Pumpkin Hunt; 13) Carnegie Library; 14) Spring Fling; 15) One Hour from Florida
High Mid-Term Panhandle Possible options include: Bed & Breakfast, Inn above retail space on
None Long-Term Main Street, and Historic Home Room Rental Bank Low Long-Term
Economic development tool for historic residential and commercial E High Long-Term properties
F High Long-Term
G High Long-Term H Low Long-Term
High Long-Term Investigate Baconton's successful school
Low Immediate
Investigate highway turn lane modifications to allow access to Main High Immediate Street from westbound 84
High Mid-Term High Mid-Term
County is beginning implementation. Early coordination would ensure Low Immediate city's needs are recognized by the county

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Implementation of Recommendation

Recommendations
For Local Use

Responsible Party Status

Funding Source

Technical Assistance

Acquisition Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund, Georgia Cities Foundation, Transportation Enhancements Renovation Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund, Georgia Cities Foundation, Redevelopment Fund

See Appendix B

Acquisition Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund, Georgia Cities Foundation, Transportation Enhancements Renovation Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund, Georgia Cities Foundation, Redevelopment Fund

See Appendix B

Acquisition Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund, Georgia Cities Foundation, Transportation Enhancements Renovation Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund, Georgia Cities Foundation, Redevelopment Fund

See Appendix B

See Appendix A

DCA Main Street Program

See Appendix A

DCA Main Street Program

See Appendix A
Acquisition Redevelopment Fund, Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education Program, Georgia Cities Foundation, Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund Hazardous Waste Mediation - Local Development Fund, Redevelopment Fund

DCA Main Street Program See Appendix B

See Appendix A

See Appendix B

Applicable Toolkit/Ordinance
Targeted Corridor Redevelopment
Targeted Corridor Redevelopment
Targeted Corridor Redevelopment
Targeted Corridor Redevelopment Targeted Corridor Redevelopment

Local Development Fund See Appendix A Georgia Forestry Commission Grant

University of Georgia, Small Business Development Center, or Private Consultant

See Appendix B

See Appendix B

Tree Protection Ordinance

Department of Natural Resources Historic Preservation Grants RDC

Historic Preservation Ordinance

RDC

Historic Preservation Ordinance

See Appendix B DCA Main Street Program

See Appendix A

See Appendix B

See Appendix A

RDC

Acquisition Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund, Georgia Cities Foundation, Transportation Enhancements Signs - Local Development Fund
OneGeorgia, Employment Incentive Program - Public Facilities and/or low-interest fixed assets financing for "bird in hand" business or development location where jobs are created and/or retained

See Appendix B See Appendix B

See Appendix A

See Appendix B

See Appendix A

RDC

Reducing Barriers to Quality Growth; Downtown Specific Plans; Encouraging Mixed Use Development
Improving Strip Commercial Corridors
Controlling Your Transportation Destiny
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Concept for Pedestrian Thoroughfare/Pocket Park

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Before After

Concept for revitalizing downtown buildings

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Example of storefront usage

12

Old Gas Station to be acquired and redeveloped

4

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"Red Barn" property to be acquired and redeveloped

14

Concept for train viewing platform

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Concept for signage at gateways

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Georgia Quality Growth Funding Sources Menu

Program Title & Description Capital Outlay for Public School Facilities Construction Eligible Activities: Grants for new construction, renovation, and modifications of public school facilities. Total Funding: Determined annually by the Georgia General Assembly. Maximum per Project: Determined by project application. Match Requirements: 10% - 25% local matching funds required.

Administering Agency/Contact Georgia Department of Education Facilities Services Unit 1670 Twin Towers, East Atlanta, Georgia 30334
William Jerry Rochelle, Ph.D. (404) 656-2454

http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/facilities/facilities.asp

Community Development Block Grant -- Loan Guarantee Program (Section 108 Program)

Georgia Department of Community Affairs

Eligible Activities: Loans for:

60 Executive Park South, NE

(a) Acquisition of improved or unimproved real property, including acquisition for economic development purposes;

Atlanta, GA 30329

(b) Rehabilitation of real property owned or acquired by the public entity or its designated public agency;

Office of Economic Development

(c) Payment of interest on obligations guaranteed under the 108 program;

(404) 679-4940

(d) Clearance, demolition and removal, including movement of structures to other sites, of buildings and improvements on real property acquired or rehabilitated pursuant to activities a and b of this section;

(e) Site preparation, including construction, reconstruction, or installation of public and other site improvements, http://www.dca.state.ga.us/economic/section108.html utilities, or facilities (other than buildings), which is related to the re-development or use of the real property acquired or rehabilitated pursuant to activities a and b of this section, or for an economic development purpose;

(f ) Payment of issuance, underwriting, servicing, trust administration and other costs associated with private sector financing of debt obligations under the 108 program;

(g) The acquisition, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation or installation of commercial or industrial buildings, structures, and other real property equipment and improvements, including railroad spurs or similar extensions. (h) The provision of assistance to a private for-profit business, including, but not limited to loans and other forms of support where the assistance is appropriate to carry out an economic development project, excluding those described as ineligible in CFR Part 570.207(a). In selecting businesses to assist under this authority, the recipient shall minimize, to the extent practicable, displacement of existing businesses and jobs in neighborhoods. (i) A debt service reserve to be used in accordance with requirements specified in the contract entered into pursuant to CFR Part 570.705(b)(1); and (j) Acquisition, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, or installation of public facilities (except for buildings for the general conduct of government), public streets, sidewalks, and other site improvements and public utilities.

Total Funding: twenty percent (20%) of its current and future CDBG allocations

Maximum per Project: $5,000,000

Match Requirements: N/A

Community Development Block Grant Program -- Regular Round Eligible Activities: Grants for housing improvement projects, public facilities such as water and sewer lines, buildings such as local health centers or headstart centers, and economic development projects. Total Funding: Approximately $37 million available for the annual competition. Maximum per Project: Single-Activity: $500,000; Multi-Activity: $800,000 Match Requirements: Grants up to $300,000, or grants for single activity housing projects - no matching funds required. Grants of $300,000 to $500,000 5% local matching funds required.
Grants of more than $500,000 10% local matching funds required. Community HOME Investment Program (CHIP) Eligible Activities: Grants to stimulate the creation of local public/private partnerships whose goals are to expand the availability of decent, safe, sanitary, energy efficient, and affordable housing within the community. Total Funding: $3,000,000 Maximum per Project: $300,000 Match Requirements: N/A
Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund (DDRLF) Eligible Activities: Loans to non-entitlement cities and counties for small and middle-size communities in implementing quality downtown development projects. Total Funding: Approximately $2.3 million per year. Maximum per Project: $200,000 Match Requirements: N/A Other: Interest Rate: below-market rates, depending on project requirement Repayment Period: up to 20 years, depending on the assets financed and project requirements. Security: usually project collateral and backing by the applicant. Employment Incentive Program Eligible Activities: Grants for local projects intended to facilitate and enhance job creation and/or retention, principally for persons of low and moderate income. Total Funding: Approximately $5 million per year. Maximum per Project: $500,000 Match Requirements: Dollar for dollar private leverage minimum.

Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, Georgia 30329
Office of Grant Administration (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/grants/grantprogram.html
Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, GA 30329
Office of Grant Administration (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/grants/homeinvestment.html Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, Georgia 30329
Office of Economic Development (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/economic/ddrlf2.html Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, Georgia 30329
Office of Economic Development (404) 679-4940

Georgia Cities Foundation Program Eligible Activities: Loans to cities requesting financial assistance in their efforts to revitalize and enhance their downtown areas. Total Funding: Not to exceed one-third of the project cost Maximum per Project: $250,000 Match Requirements: Interest Rate: below-market rates Repayment Period: generally not to exceed 15 years Project collateral and backing by the cities and Downtown Development Authority.

http://www.dca.state.ga.us/economic/eip.html Georgia Cities Foundation 201 Pryor St., SW Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Linda Wilkes (888) 488-4462 lwilkes@gmanet.com
http://www.gmanet.com/gcf/

Georgia Commission for National and Community Service/AmeriCorps State Eligible Activities: Grants to meet community service needs which match national need areas as determined annually by the Corporation for National Service. Total Funding: Approximately $4.4 million per year. Maximum per Project: Varies dependent on need. Match Requirements: 15% local matching funds required.
Georgia Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Housing Program Eligible Activities: Loans for predevelopment activities (CHDO Predevelopment Loan Program), acquisition, new construction, and rehabilitation of rental housing developments for multi-family, special needs, and elderly tenants of 20 or more units that are targeted to low-income housing. Total Funding: Approximately $3.0 million per year. Maximum per Project: $2,800,000 Match Requirements: N/A Georgia Heritage Grants Eligible Activities: Grants to assist eligible applicants with the rehabilitation of Georgia Register-listed historic properties and related activities. Total Funding: $300,000 for FY2002, $250,000 for Development Projects, $50,000 for Predevelopment Projects. Maximum per Project: $40,000 for Development Projects, $20,000 for Predevelopment Projects. Match Requirements: 40% local matching funds required.

Georgia Commission for National and Community Service 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, Georgia 30329
James P. Marshall, Jr. (404) 327-6844 jmarshal@dca.state.ga.us Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, Georgia 30329
Office of Housing Planning & Administration (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/housing/index.html
Georgia Department of Natural Resources Historic Preservation Division 156 Trinity Avenue, SW Suite 101 Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Cherie Bennett (404) 651-5181 cherie_bennett@mail.dnr.state.ga.us

Grassroots Arts Program Eligible Activities: Grants to arts organizations and other groups to support Grassroots arts activities that broaden and deepen public participation in the arts. Total Funding: N/A Maximum per Project: $2,000 Match Requirements: N/A Home Buyer Program Eligible Activities: Loans at fixed, below market interest rates to qualified low to moderate-income home buyers. Total Funding: Approximately $120 million per year. Maximum per Project: Individual maximum loan amounts vary by type of unit (new or existing), location, and type of loan (FHA, VA, RECD, or Conventional). Match Requirements: N/A

http://www.betterhometown.org/news/2003ghg.html Georgia Council for the Arts 260 14th Street, NW Suite 401 Atlanta, Georgia 30318 (404) 685-2787
http://www.gaarts.org/grants_programs/gap_program/index.html Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, Georgia 30329
Office of Homeownership (404) 679-4940

http://www.dca.state.ga.us/housing/index.html

HOME CHDO Loan Program Eligible Activities: Loans for construction financing and/or permanent financing for the costs of constructing or rehabilitating rental housing as defined in the State of Georgia's 1999 Qualified Allocation Plan. Rental dwelling units financed through the program must be affordable by low-to-moderate-income households as defined in the State of Georgia's 1999 Qualified Allocation Plan, the OAHD Application Manual, and the HOME Investment Partner-ships Program Final Rule (24 CFR Part 92). Total Funding: $13,000,000 in FY2002 Maximum per Project: $2,000,000 in non-Rural counties and $2,800,000 in Rural counties Match Requirements: N/A HOME CHDO Predevelopment Loan Program Eligible Activities: Loans for the predevelopment costs associated with a CHDO Program-eligible project, incurred up to the closing of the CHDO Program loan (construction and permanent debt financing), as listed in the Sources and Uses Form (CHDO-025) in the Application. These costs include, but are not limited to, market study and title search costs which are incurred before applying for CHDO Program funds, and environmental review and appraisal costs which are incurred after being approved for CHDO Program funds. Total Funding: $150,000 Maximum per Project: $45,000 Match Requirements: N/A HOME CHDO Permanent Supportive Housing Program Eligible Activities: Grants to create the best possible projects recognizing the difficulty of coordinating the activities necessary for special needs populations. Total Funding: $5.2 Million Maximum per Project: N/A Match Requirements: N/A Other: Application deadline is December 31, 2002 HOME Rental Housing Loan Program Eligible Activities: Loans for construction financing and/or permanent financing for the costs of constructing or rehabilitating rental housing as defined in the State of Georgia's 1999 Qualified Allocation Plan. Rental dwelling units financed through the program must be affordable by low-to-moderate-income households as defined in the State of Georgia's 1999 Qualified Allocation Plan, the OAHD Application Manual, and the HOME Investment Partnerships Program Final Rule (24 CFR Part 92). Total Funding: $13,000,000 Maximum per Project: $2,000,000 in non-Rural counties and $2,800,000 in Rural counties. Match Requirements: N/A

Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, GA 30329
Office of Housing Planning & Administration (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/housing/index.html
Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, GA 30329
Office of Housing Planning & Administration (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/housing/chdopre.html
Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, GA 30329
Office of Housing Planning & Administration (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/housing/pshp_nofa_memo.html Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, GA 30329
Office of Housing Planning & Administration (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/housing/homerental.html

Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Eligible Activities: Grants for acquisition of real property and development of facilities for general-purpose outdoor recreation. Total Funding: Dependent upon annual congressional appropriations. Maximum per Project: Varies year to year based on appropriations. Match Requirements: 50% local matching funds required.

Georgia Department of Natural Resources Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division Grants Administration and Planning 205 Butler Street, SE Suite 1352 Atlanta, Georgia 30303

Antoinette Norfleet (404) 656-3830

Local Development Fund Eligible Activities: Grants to fund community improvement activities of local governments in Georgia Total Funding: Approximately $617,500 per year. Maximum per Project: $10,000 for single community projects; $20,000 for multicommunity projects. Match Requirements: A 50% cash or in-kind match is required

http://www.ncrc.nps.gov/programs/lwcf/grants.html Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, Georgia 30329
Rural Development Division (404) 679-4940

Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program Eligible Activities: Federal income tax incentives for the following activities: Acquisition To qualify for the acquisition Credit, the building must have been last placed in service at least 10 years prior to application -- certain exceptions apply -- and must involve rehabilitation. Rehabilitation To qualify for the rehabilitation Credit, rehabilitation expenditures chargeable to capital account must equal the greater of 10 percent of the building's adjusted basis or average at least $10,000 per low-income unit. New construction. Total Funding: Approximately $14.2 million of annual federal credit authority with a matching amount of state credit available. Maximum per Project: an annual Credit of approximately thirty percent (30%) of the present value of depreciable basis for developments involving acquisition, and an annual Credit of approximately seventy percent (70%) of the present value of depreciable basis for developments involving new construction or rehabilitation. Match Requirements: N/A

http://www.dca.state.ga.us/grants/developfund.html Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, GA 30329 Office of Affordable Housing (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/housing/lihtc.html

OneGeorgia Equity Fund Program Eligible Activities: Grants and loans to finance activities that will assist in preparation for economic development. Eligible projects include traditional economic development projects such as water and sewer projects, road, rail and airport improvements and industrial parks as well as workforce development projects, technology development or tourism development proposals, just to name a few. Applications considered for projects in Tier 1, Tier 2 or Tier 3 (with conditions) counties only. Total Funding: Approximately $10 million per year. Maximum per Project: $500,000 Match Requirements: N/A Other: Application deadlines are: January 28, 2002/Awarded April 17, 2002 May 28, 2002/Awarded August 13, 2002 September 30, 2001/Awarded December 10, 2002 OneGeorgia Regional E-9-1-1 Fund Eligible Activities: Grants and loans to finance activities that assist the mostly rural counties in Georgia that are currently without enhanced 9-1-1 emergency telephone services ("E-9-1-1"). This manual should clearly define the role of the Regional E-9-1-1 Fund as a program to provide financial assistance including grants and any other forms of assistance authorized by (O.C.G.A.50- 34-1 et seq.). Such assistance will finance activities to assist applicants in promoting the health, welfare, safety, and economic security of the citizens of the state through the provision of E-9-1-1 services on a regional basis to counties currently unserved or under-served in this area. Total Funding: N/A Maximum per Project Award limits will be based on the number of counties participating within a particular project as follows: a) two counties maximum of $400,000 per project; b) three counties maximum of $500,000 per project; c) four counties maximum of $600,000 per project; and d) five or more counties maximum of $700,000. Match Requirements: N/A OneGeorgia EDGE Fund Program Eligible Activities: The purpose of the EDGE Fund is to provide financial assistance to eligible applicants that are being considered as a relocation or expansion site and are competing with another state for location of a project; and, where the EDGE Fund is used when the health, welfare, safety and economic security of the citizens of the state are promoted through the development and/or retention of employment opportunities. Total Funding: Approximately $10 million per year. Maximum per Project: N/A Match Requirements: N/A

OneGeorgia Authority 1202-B Hillcrest Parkway Dublin, Georgia 31021 (478) 274-7734 http://www.dca.state.ga.us/onegeorgia/funds.html
OneGeorgia Authority 1202-B Hillcrest Parkway Dublin, Georgia 31021 (478) 274-7734 http://www.dca.state.ga.us/onegeorgia/funds.html
OneGeorgia Authority 1200-B Hillcrest Parkway Dublin, Georgia 31021 (478) 274-7734 http://www.dca.state.ga.us/onegeorgia/funds.html

Organizational Grants Eligible Activities: Grants designed to provide support to arts organizations and other groups administering arts projects. Total Funding: N/A Maximum per Project: $5,000 Match Requirements: 25% local matching funds required.
OwnHOME Program Eligible Activities: Loans for first-time home buyers with a deferred payment to cover most of the down payment, closing costs and prepaid expenses associated with their home purchase. Total Funding: Approximately $3 million per year. Maximum per Project: $5,000 Match Requirements: 1.5% personal matching funds required.
Public Library Capital Outlay Grant Program Eligible Activities: Grant program providing financial and consultant assistance for the construction of public library facilities. Total Funding: Dependent upon annual appropriation. Maximum per Project: $2,000,000 Match Requirements: 10 15% local matching funds required.
Quality Growth Grant Program Eligible Activities: Grants for projects directly promoting growth management concepts, infill housing, brownfield redevelopment, or similar projects that discourage urban sprawl; preparation of local ordinances, regulations, or intergovernmental agreements promoting growth preparedness, sustainable development, and other quality growth strategies; public education on quality growth topics; programs to preserve community heritage, sense of place, and regional identity; alternative/multi-modal transportation facilities; preservation of critical environmental resources, wildlife habitat, prime farmland, or sensitive ecosystems; start up cost of new programs for implementing quality growth initiatives; and physical development projects that are particularly critical to local implementation of quality growth. Total Funding: $150,000 for FY2003. Maximum per Project: $25,000 Match Requirements: Dollar for dollar local-matching funds required. Other: Application deadlines each year are: November 15th and May 15th

Georgia Council for the Arts 260 14th Street, NW Suite 401 Atlanta, Georgia 30318 (404) 685-2787
http://www.gaarts.org/grants_programs/organizational_grants/index.html Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, Georgia 30329
Office of Homeownership (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/housing/index.html Georgia Department of Education Office of Public Library Services 1800 Century Place, NE Suite 150 Atlanta, Georgia 30345
Thomas A. Ploeg (404) 982-3560 Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, GA 30329
Office of Growth Management (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/grants/qualitygrowthgrant.html

Recreation Assistance Fund (RAF) Eligible Activities: Grants for the purchase of real property, facility development or rehabilitation of existing facilities to increase the local supply of public recreation lands and/or facilities. Total Funding: Approximately $1 million per year. Maximum per Project: $12,500 Match Requirements: N/A
Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Eligible Activities: Grants for acquisition and/or development (80% federal / 20% local) of motorized and non-motorized recreational trails including new trail construction, maintenance/rehabilitation of existing trails, trail-side and trail-head facilities. Total Funding: Approximately $1.3 million per year. Maximum per Project: $100,000 Match Requirements: 20% local matching funds required.
Regional Assistance Program (RAP) Eligible Activities: Grants for Regional Economic Development Total Funding: $1,128,125 per year. Maximum per Project: $500,000 Match Requirements: Applicants for facilities and construction grants in local governments within Tier 1 counties or in joint development authorities including a Tier 1 county are not required to match the requested grant amount. Applicants for facilities and construction grants in local governments within Tier 2 counties or in joint development authorities including a Tier 2 county must match at least one-quarter (25%) of the requested grant amount. Applicants for facilities and construction grants in local governments within Tier 3 counties or in joint development authorities including a Tier 3 county must match at least one-half (50%) of the requested grant amount. Applicants for facilities and construction grants in local governments within Tier 4 counties or in joint development authorities including a Tier 4 county must match an equal or greater amount of the requested grant amount. Applicants for grants for multi-county activities that do not involve construction must match at least one half (50%) of the requested grant amount. Rural Rental Housing Development Fund (RRHDF) Eligible Activities: Construction financing and permanent financing for the costs of constructing up to ten (10) units of new rental housing, including land acquisition, hard construction costs, and soft costs. Rental dwelling units financed through the RRHDF must be affordable by low and moderate-income households as defined in the Manual and this Program Description. Total Funding: $4.2 Million Maximum per Project: $600,000 Match Requirements: Required to provide cash equity equal to the level of operating reserves required by underwriting (approximately $20,000).

Georgia Department of Natural Resources Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division Grants Administration and Planning 205 Butler Street, SE Suite 1352 Atlanta, Georgia 30334
Antoinette Norfleet (404) 656-3830 Georgia Department of Natural Resources Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division Grants Administration and Planning 205 Butler Street Suite 1352 Atlanta, Georgia 30334
Trudy Davis (404) 656-3830 Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, Georgia 30329
Office of Economic Development (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/economic/rap.html
Georgia Department of Community Affairs 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, GA 30329
Office of Housing Planning & Administration (404) 679-4940
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/housing/rrhdf_memo.html

Transportation Enhancement Program Eligible Activities: Federal grants for twelve categories of transportation enhancement activities. Total Funding: Approximately $23 million per year. Maximum per Project: $1,000,000 Match Requirements: 20% local matching funds required.

Georgia Department of Transportation Planning Division No. 2 Capitol Square Atlanta, Georgia 30334
Rhonda Britt, Joy Still, or Cindy VanDyke (404) 657-6914 or (404) 656-5726

Title II Eisenhower Professional Development Program Competitive Grants Eligible Activities: Grants for demonstration and exemplary projects for improving instruction in mathematics and science. Total Funding: Approximately $12,130,000 per year. Maximum per Project: Determined by project application. Match Requirements: 33% local matching funds required.
Urban and Community Forestry Assistance Program Eligible Activities: Grants designed to encourage citizen involvement in creating and supporting long-term and sustained urban and community forestry programs throughout the state. Total Funding: $300,000 annually Maximum per Project: $20,000 Match Requirements The federal funds are awarded on a matching basis. Federal funds must be a least 100% matched by the grantee. The non-federal share of such support must be in the form of in-kind contributions or cash. Sources of the non-federal match must not be used as a match for any other federal costshare project.

http://www.dot.state.ga.us/dot/planprog/planning/projects/te/index.shtml#projsel Georgia Department of Education Division of School Support 1852 Twin Towers East Atlanta, Georgia 30334
Brendon Long (404) 657-8300 Georgia Forestry Commission Urban and Community Forestry Assistance Program 5645 Riggins Mill Road Dry Branch, Georgia 31020
Susan Reisch (912) 298-3935
http://www.gfc.state.ga.us/Services/UCF/FinancialAssistanceProgram.cfm

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Georgia Quality Growth Partnership (www.georgiaqualitygrowth.com)
Toolkit Practical advice to local governments on quality growth tools with step-by-step guides for implementation, considerations about costs, administrative requirements, and example ordinances. Resource Teams Local technical assistance visits, staffed by volunteers from the partnership, the state university system, and public or private sector participants from the design or development fields who help communities develop comprehensive strategies for implementing quality growth practices. Georgia Examples Web site of mini-case studies about quality growth projects taking place within Georgia, including contact information to help facilitate peer-to-peer sharing among local governments. Quality Growth Advisory Clinic A panel of experts, made available at major in-state conferences for one-on-one consultation and advice about local quality growth projects.
Atlanta Regional Commission (www.atlantaregional.com)
Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) Provides seed money to communities in ARC region working to enhance livability and mobility for their residents. Community Planning Academy (CPA) Provides targeted education in community planning and its many challenges, including training for planning officials and citizens. Community Choices Toolkit Offers communities customized solutions for their very different needs. Each tool incorporates best practices at work both locally and nationally and molds them into strategies that make sense for the Atlanta Region. Developments of Excellence Awards Program To showcase truly innovative projects. Data Training Provides information about data-rich web sites so communities can find demographic and socioeconomic data to help in grant writing and public presentations. Census Data Maps (http://atlantacensus2000.gsu.edu) A collaborative website between Georgia State University Fiscal Research Program and ARC, allowing access and display of population, age, gender, ethnicity, income and household information for the entire United States or for an area as small as a neighborhood of your choice.
Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education (www.atlantahighered.org)
Higher Education Resources for Quality Growth Directory Identifies a wide range of technical assistance, research, and informational resources available through the various Atlanta area colleges and universities to support local quality growth initiatives.
The Georgia Conservancy (www.georgiaconservancy.org)
Works in partnerships such as the Alliance for Quality Growth, and the Georgia Quality Growth Partnership to provide incentives and technical assistance for quality growth efforts. Blueprints for Successful Communities Technical assistance and education to help communities chart their future in ways that can protect and enhance social, cultural and environmental assets.
Georgia Cool Communities (www.coolcommunities.org)
Provides technical assistance on sustainable development to help mitigate Urban Heat Islands and improve air and water quality using vegetative cover and tree canopy, reflective roofing materials, and lighter colored or pervious paving alternatives. Offers resource materials and links to scientific studies and reports, practical applications of Urban Heat Island mitigation strategies and information about projects in various communities. Conducts seminar and conference presentations, lunch & learn sessions, quarterly information forums.

Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) (www.dca.state.ga.us)
Better Hometown and Georgia Main Street Programs (www.betterhometown.org) Self-help community development programs designed to improve a community's quality of life through sound planning and implementation for Georgia's small and large cities. Downtown Development Resource and Program Guide Identifies all DCA resources and programs that are available to assist in the revitalization of Georgia's downtowns. Comprehensive PlanBuilder (www.georgiaplanning.com) A web-enabled computer program for development of comprehensive plans online, with decision support tools, hot links, and an array of data and maps. Model Code: Alternatives to Conventional Zoning (www.dca.state.ga.us/planning/modelcode.html) Provides viable legal alternatives to conventional zoning for smaller local governments with limited technical and administrative capacity, such as sign ordinances, manufactured housing, and subdivision regulations, as well as more innovative tools such as performance standards, design review, and clustering rural development. Quality Growth Grant Program (www.dca.state.ga.us/grants/qualitygrowthgrant.html) State financial assistance for the implementation of quality growth initiatives -- any activities that promote better management of growth and development so that growth enhances the quality of life in a community. Special Issue Retreats Intensive one-or-two-day gatherings of key local officials for hands-on work with a recognized expert in a particular quality growth approach (e.g., innovative site plan review, sign regulations, mixed use zoning). Quality Growth Assessment A review of local regulations and development patterns to identify local barriers to implementation of quality growth best practices. Direct Technical Assistance Hands-on expert assistance, provided upon request to communities seeking to implement particular quality growth approaches. Regional Offices (www.dca.state.ga.us/regions/index.html) Arrange technical assistance for local governments interested in implementing quality growth initiatives.
Georgia Department of Natural Resources Coastal Resources Division (www.crd.dnr.state.ga.us)
Georgia Coastal Management Program (GCMP) Provides technical assistance to local governments and other coastal stakeholders in identifying, protecting, and enhancing public access to natural resources, GIS mapping, researching funding for resource related projects; and linking with other regional and state agencies. Coastal Incentive Grant Program Provides financial assistance to local, regional, and state agencies, research and educational institutions for projects that protect or enhance coastal resources.
Georgia Environmental Policy Institute (www.gepinstitute.com/)
The Georgia Land Trust Service Center Works to increase the effectiveness of land trusts and helps land owners protect conservation lands in Georgia and the Southeast. The Georgia Wetlands Trust Fund Provides an alternative strategy for meeting wetlands mitigation requirements under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.
Georgia Forestry Commission Urban & Community Forestry (www.gfc.state.ga.us/Services/UCF/index.cfm )
Financial Assistance Program Provides money to help conserve, manage, and enhance community forests. Technical Assistance Tree ordinance development assistance; Community Tree Benefits & Care; Urban/rural interface assistance; and training.

Georgia Greenspace Program (www.state.ga.us/dnr/greenspace)
A funding source and framework within which developed and rapidly developing counties and their municipalities can preserve community greenspace to provide for the protection of environmental, historic, and natural resources.
Georgia Institute of Technology (www.gatech.edu)
Economic Development Institute (www.edi.gatech.edu)
Fiscal Impact Tool for Land Use Planning Helps local officials, economic developers, and planners to project the fiscal impact of growth under alternative land use pattern scenarios. Strategic Opportunities Assessment Provides a community with guidelines and recommendations for a five to ten year strategic plan for economic development, compatible with quality growth objectives.
Research Institute (www.gatech.edu/research/)
Tech Assist Program (www.gtassist.org/) Technical assistance in the areas of environment, safety, health, and sustainable facilities to communities and small and medium-sized industries. Technical Outreach Services for Communities (TOSC) (www.toscprogram.org) Guidance through the environmental cleanup and site reuse process. Technical Assistance for Brownfields (TAB) (www.toscprogram.org) Technical assistance to communities and municipalities addressing the environmental issues of Brownfield cleanup and redevelopment. Sustainable Facilities and Infrastructure Program (SFI) (http://maven.gtri.gatech.edu/sfi) Technical assistance and training to public and private institutions seeking to implement sustainability in their capital facility practices.
College of Architecture (www.coa.gatech.edu/)
Center for Quality Growth and Regional Development (www.coa.gatech.edu/cqgrd) Cutting-edge research on sustainable growth, transportation, environmental protection, quality schools, and community involvement. Outreach and educational program to promote improved quality of life in regions throughout U.S. and abroad. City and Regional Planning Program (www.coa.gatech.edu/crp) Research focused on growth management, land use, transportation, economic development, housing, and environmental protection in city and regional settings. Accredited master's degree and studio field-level experiences for local communities in quality growth issues. Architecture Program (www.coa.gatech.edu/arch) Research and studio education in urban design, suburban retrofitting, and pedestrian/walkable environments.
Regional Development Centers (www.dca.state.ga.us/planning/rdc_mapc.pdf)
Planning Divisions provide assistance with the development of local and regional comprehensive plans, preparation of land management ordinances, codification of ordinances, mapping, and review of Developments of Regional Impact.

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University of Georgia (www.uga.edu) Alliance for Quality Growth (http://aqg.ecology.uga.edu)
Provides technical assistance on quality growth planning; incentives for smart growth; and smart growth regulation. Offers technical assistance on greenspace/farmland protection; planning strategies, economies of growth management, zoning and regulatory issues. Available library of technical reports and policy papers, and including a speakers' bureau and public presentations.
Carl Vinson Institute of Government (www.cviog.uga.edu)
Balanced Growth Initiative Develops tools to determine efficiency, social productivity, and environmental sustainability of growth and growth management options. Provides comprehensive database of growth management case studies. Offers publication: "Drivers of Growth - Literature Review." Developing decision support model and pilot program for local government use. Offers "Quality Growth University" for local elected officials.
College of Environment and Design Public Service and Outreach Programs
Institute of Ecology (http://outreach.ecology.uga.edu/index.html) Undertakes research and policy assistance focused on land-use, biodiversity, water and air quality. School of Environmental Design (www.sed.uga.edu) Provides landscape Architecture, Historic Preservation and Community Design Services, including: Community Design Charrettes; Corridor Studies Downtown Revitalization Landscape Planning; Historic Resource Surveys and Preservation Plans; Historic District Design Guidelines.
Urban Land Institute Atlanta District Council (www.atlanta.uli.org)
Atlanta's Advisory Services Committee provides professional and technical services to Atlanta region projects and processes through the involvement of local ULI members, including creating local advisory panels and review of local public development and planning initiatives.
For more information contact:
OFFICE OF QUALITY GROWTH
(404) 679-4940 dcaqualitygrowth@dca.state.ga.us Georgia Department of Community Affairs

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Summary of Georgia's Urban Redevelopment Act
(O.C.G.A 36-61-1)
Purpose:
Gives cities broad powers to redevelop blighted or threatened areas of the community. Allows communities to use eminent domain to work with property owners when specified public uses are needed to buy and assemble blighted property for revitalization and resale. Does not require a referendum. The required Urban Redevelopment Plan (URP) is fairly easy and inexpensive to prepare and amend. Can be implemented either by a Downtown Development Authority (DDA) or a Redevelopment Authority appointed by the city. Encourages involvement of private enterprise/public private partnerships to redevelop neglected areas of the community. Permits use of tax exempt bonds for redevelopment purposes. These may be secured by loans and grants. Lets the public know what is being planned for the redevelopment area. Guides City investments in infrastructure to support redevelopment. Allows the City to negotiate variances and wave many requirements of its existing zoning and development requirements in order to achieve the optimum economic and aesthetic results in the redevelopment area.
Process:
Draft the Urban Redevelopment Plan. Hold a public hearing. Adopt the plan. Appoint an organization (urban redevelopment authority or DDA, city redevelopment agency) to implement the plan. Implement the plan.
What is an Urban Redevelopment Plan?
A general blueprint for redevelopment and targeting of public investments in the redevelopment area.
Required components of the Urban Redevelopment Plan:
Statement that the URP is consistent with the city's comprehensive plan. Clearly defined boundaries of the redevelopment area (need not be contiguous). Explanation of negative conditions in the area necessitating redevelopment. The city's land use objectives for the area (types of uses, building requirements, zoning changes, and development densities). Description of land parcels to be acquired and structures to be demolished or rehabilitated. A workable plan for leveraging private resources to redevelop the area. A strategy for relocating any displaced residents. Any covenants or restrictions to be placed on properties in the redevelopment area in order to implement the plan. Public infrastructure to be provided transportation, water, sewer, sidewalks, lighting, streetscapes, public recreational space, parking, etc. to support redevelopment of the area. A workable financial strategy for implementing the plan.

GENERAL BOSTON, GA DESIGN: Downtown Boston is existing proof of a city that understands the model for its future is in its architectural past. Quality constructed and designed buildings downtown are in good condition, with a few structures and facades still needing some cosmetic rebuilding. It seems the downtown community has anticipated new uses for the remaining vacant stores, once the reconstruction with quality material is complete. (The majority of the buildings currently have been rehabilitated.) A challenge, at this time, would be to set up a program for proper maintenance of the completed facades to preserve downtown further and its true "sense of place" that it has. The street-scope, recently completed, highly compliments the downtown and even though this is not a high traffic area with multiple lanes of state highway there are sensibly placed "bump-outs" to psychologically slow traffic and create a logical place for pedestrians to cross directly from City Hall to the new Community Center.
For the buildings and storefronts which still require work, keep all new construction in a traditional form (i.e. lower bulkheads, display windows, non-covered transom windows to let in additional light above the displays, and restored brick piers and upper facade with appropriate historic material (see General notes below.)) Check with the State Historic Preservation Office - The Historic Preservation Division (HPD) of the Department of Natural Resources at 404-651-6782 to make sure all of the buildings in the downtown are listed as "contributing" to a National Historic District. This will allow future rehabilitation work (that may follow the notes below) applicable to use historic preservation federal and state tax incentives. This is one of the first steps toward good design, as with the national designation and application for this well-utilized program, you will also receive guidance from state architectural reviewers at HPD. With the designated boundaries set up some basic design guidelines and a review process through a Historic Preservation Commission. Sample guidelines and additional web-links to resources which will help you set these documents up can be found at: University of Georgia Community Outreach http://www.sed.uga.edu/pso/home.htm , or by purchasing or downloading publications from the National Main Street Center of the National Trust for Historic Preservation http://www.mainst.org/
SAMPLE DOWNTOWN PROJECT: To give an example toward sensitive design interpretation of the yet-untouched buildings downtown, the resource team has focused design notes and a computerized rendering on a major portion of a central block downtown. We encourage you to take the ideas presented here and use them on other structures such as the corner gas station and the small corner Victorian storefront facing the depot, as well as future maintenance that will be required on buildings. Always keep the period each building was constructed and the corresponding craftsmanship of details for that building's style in highest regard - materials and the way which they were crafted will differ from a Victorian era (c. 1890) to a Craftsman era (c. 1920) building. Even the most modern construction has MUCH the same organization of facade elements with differing use of contemporary materials, profiles, and detail in the design.
Existing Conditions: (Refer to the existing photo(s) of this block.) This shows the existing condition of a vacant small storefront (possibly a latter alley in-fill) which is boarded and has no rear wall, followed by a turn-of-the-century "business row" of four storefronts that, given their construction details, were built at one time by the same architect. This row currently houses (from left to right facing the structure) a double storefront with the Boston Community Center - partially rehabilitated, a loan company that has an inappropriately in-fill storefront, and the right-most opening which is boarded and has had its section of roof collapse. The small storefront was identified by the team and members of the community as viable space for a small auditorium (some of the community made suggestions to completely remove the entire party wall into the community center - a project that should NOT be conducted for the stability of the structures - see scope of work below.) The rightmost storefront with the collapsed roof was suggested by the city to be cleaned, stabilized, graded, and retained as an open courtyard with small store openings punched into the, now accessible, party wall of the neighboring building (possible infringement on the historic designation of the neighboring building when openings are added that never existed - call HPD when designing project - see scope of work below.)

Possible Scope of Work: (Refer to the computer rendering of the possible rehabilitation of this block.) This row of facades gives us a good opportunity to demonstrate the subtleties of identifying and restoring architectural details to interpret the original structures, while marketing a division of uses within the storefronts with signs and amenities. Interpreting the four storefronts in the business "row," coordination of architectural detail becomes important to retain all original intended decorative brickwork and rhythm of openings. All storefronts should match in their display window sill height (even if the sidewalk slightly grades up hill toward the right), all doors should match, all storefronts should be reconstructed with transom window arrangements over the display windows (as patterned in the rightmost "open frame" of the courtyard), and the courtyard storefront construction should match that of the attached storefronts yet without glass set into the framework. Signboard space should match in horizontal placement, however signboard color, letter style and possible lighting can vary to the individual business. Color of the storefront frames and each section of brick facade may vary to identify the variety of use (note the difference of the contrast - light to dark - is kept at approximately the same level to keep the color from interrupting the pattern of original matched brickwork.) Awnings are placed to coordinate the original building row (top edge with the upper storefront opening, set to the inside edges of the brick building piers, all "shed" construction, all projected to a valance minimum of 5 feet from the building with equal valance width and height) color of awnings, again, may vary (in solid or stripe) to identify the individual use of the store spaces and coordinate with the color of the base and trim.
The Community Center has matching awnings and a matching awning valance skirted around a rigid canopy to set apart the use of the small storefront as a small auditorium. The canopy is styled after early 20th century Art Deco theaters - and assumes that the small store space was added at a later date within the early 20th-century (giving precedence to use this style of canopy - if local research shows the store space to be from the turn-of-the-century follow the coordinated awning suggestion also shown.) The transom windows are opened and exist to bring natural light in over the rigid canopy. It is NOT advised to remove the full party wall between the Community Center and the auditorium space for three reasons: 1) acoustics in the small space are quite good without any breaks in the wall, 2) the rear wall, currently missing, gives a good opportunity to construct a new stage area and possible connection to the rear hallway of the Community Center for rest rooms and flow into the existing meeting space, while leaving the existing wall gives that much more flexibility to have more than one function at one time, 3) the small storefront is possibly a latter cover over a prior alley and the party wall to the Community Center is the original, existing historic exterior wall - upsetting any length of this wall will cause structural resettlement of the foundation and roof and most likely cause irreversible damage to the Community Center structure. As well, removal of so much historic material will constitute delisting of the historic building from the National Register of Historic Places.
The "Boston Commons," as wittingly named in the rendering. Shows the current dilapidated storefront re-used as a temporary green space, picnic tables, possible outdoor performing space, for the city. These "missing teeth" are common in downtown revitalization districts, however should NEVER be regarded as irreplaceable with viable business space in the future! As the district is restored in character and to popularity, it will be important to get this property back on active tax status and used as a business rather than a missing opportunity. For now, the open-air commons is a good solution to a site that is an eyesore. Rebuild the framework of the storefront (paying extra attention to prime ALL surfaces of the material that will be exposed on ALL sides, PRIOR to construction, taking care to seal all joints and use multiple coats of paint) that the storefront may be used at a future date by simply setting in new display windows and reconstructing the roof. Do not permanently sever utilities to the site. Possibly identify where prior window or door openings may have once existed on the long exposed wall, either from this structure or if the adjoining party wall of the neighboring property is visible. To keep National Register status, it is favorable to re-use openings that once existed and not create openings that would have been identified by the public - in this case, since the party wall would not have been viewed by the public or intentionally designed to have exterior openings you may find some

leeway in dealing with the Historic Preservation Division. Do not remove large sections for display windows and faux "village" themed storefronts along this inner wall that did not exist - keep signs for these stores out over the main courtyard facade and next to the doors, and keep the doors contemporary in design. Removable amenities, such as small awnings (shown) could be used over the side doorways. Do not compromise National Register designation and the future ability for the owner to receive tax incentives if this project is not allowable by HPD. Use this missing store space for a courtyard, community space and simply retain the front and rear facades for proper entry to two "back to back" stores built into the neighboring structure.
GENERAL REHABILITATION PROCEDURE: Retain and repair original materials unless severely deteriorated. Replacement material is to match original in composition, appearance, and placement. Any substrate material is to match original in function and appearance. Clean & properly prepare all surfaces to be painted. Do not sandblast masonry, stucco, wood, glass, or sheet metal to clean surfaces. ALWAYS UTILIZE TEST PATCHES for ANY restoration methods and obtain approval of techniques, material removal or replacement from all historic preservation authorities involved with the project before execution. Inspect for, and re-point poor mortar joints and ensure stability of chimneys. Do not add windows or openings if none originally existed, consider restoring them if they did - CONSULT WITH HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION, DNR. BEFORE any further restoration work is completed secure building from water penetration at roof, foundation, eaves, gutter joints, and miscellaneous openings. When attaching metal applications such as new cornices, flashing or drain pipes, always use proper fasteners and hardware for appropriate metal-to-metal contact to avoid future corrosion of these elements.
PAINT PREPARATION: Remove all dirt, oil, grease, chalk, vegetation, efflorescence and other contaminants. If there is any, scrape loose and peeling paint down to the nearest adhering paint layer. Wash surface clean with detergent and thoroughly flush with hose, especially eaves and protected areas where dirt and mildew develop and interfere with adhesion. Use low-pressure water only. Surfaces should be thoroughly dry. Dull surfaces by sanding. After washing, this good paint layer could be used as prime coat. Inspect putty and caulking and replace/fill as needed. Front and back-prime any painted wood or metal applications which will be attached to faade. Re-cover any paint with the same type (oil on oil, latex on latex). Metal features must always be painted with oil-based paint or appropriate primer - water in latex will rust metal.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION 156 Trinity Avenue, S.W., Suite 101, Atlanta, Georgia 30303-3600 phone 404/656-2840, fax 404/651-8739 www.gashpo.org
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Georgia's State Historic Preservation Office
THE CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROGRAM: PRESERVATION THROUGH LOCAL PLANNING
Any historic resource is important in the history of a particular community. Preservation activity occurs first at the local level; therefore, a community is in the best position to identify and protect its own resources. The Certified Local Government (CLG) program assists local governments with integrating historic preservation concerns with local planning decisions. Joining the CLG program is an important and effective way to preserve Georgia's historic places.
The Historic Preservation Division (HPD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources coordinates the CLG program through the Public Service and Outreach Office at the University of Georgia. This partnership provides assistance to CLGs and historic preservation commissions throughout Georgia.
Historic preservation has been a part of local government planning in this country since the 1930s. However, only a few communities took advantage of this early opportunity to include preservation as part of their planning process. With the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, a federal and state partnership was initiated that developed into a nationwide preservation program. As this program matured, the need for relating federal and state activities to local efforts became apparent.
Our Mission: To promote the preservation and use of historic places for a better Georgia.

The CLG program extends the federal and state preservation partnership to the local level. It enhances the local government role in preservation by strengthening a community's preservation program and its link with HPD. In Georgia, the CLG program builds upon the longstanding working relationship between HPD and the local governments by expanding the scope of local responsibilities and opportunities for preservation. Any city, town, or county that has enacted a historic preservation ordinance, enforces that ordinance through a local preservation commission, and has met requirements outlined in the Procedures for Georgia's Certified Local Government Program is eligible to become a CLG.
What are the benefits of becoming a CLG?
Once certified, a local government becomes eligible to apply for federal historic preservation grant funds that are available only to CLGs.
A CLG participates directly in the National Register of Historic Places program by reviewing local nominations prior to their consideration by the Georgia National Register Review Board.
Opportunities for technical assistance in historic preservation are available in the form of training sessions, information material, statewide meetings, workshops and conferences.
Communication and coordination are increased among local, state, and federal preservation activities, as well as with other CLGs.
There are five broad standards that must be met by a local government in order to become a CLG:
1. Enforce appropriate state or local legislation for the designation and protection of historic properties. A local government must adopt a preservation ordinance that complies with the Georgia Historic Preservation Act, the state's enabling legislation for designating and protecting historic buildings, sites, and neighborhoods.
2. Establish an adequate and qualified historic preservation review commission by state or local legislation. A preservation review commission is a locally appointed board that

reviews design changes in designated historic districts in order to maintain the district's special and irreplaceable qualities.

3. Maintain a system for survey and inventory of historic properties that furthers the purpose of the National Historic Preservation Act. A survey identifies properties that have historic significance and are therefore worthy of protection. The survey is the basis for the identification, designation, and protection of local historic districts and properties.

4. Provide for adequate public participation in the local historic preservation program, including the process for recommending properties for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places. A local government must encourage the public's participation in its preservation efforts by having meetings that are open to all local residents, by sponsoring community-wide information and education activities and by encouraging National Register nominations.

5. Satisfactorily perform the responsibilities delegated to it under the National Historic Preservation Act. HPD works closely with a CLG to help it meet local needs and interests and to fully participate in the CLG program.

For more information, please contact:

Jennifer Martin Lewis Certified Local Government Coordinator
Founders Garden House 325 S. Lumpkin Street Athens, GA 30602-1861 Phone: 706-583-8047 Fax: 706-583-0320 jmlewis@arches.uga.edu

revised: Jan 2003

Our Mission: To promote the preservation and use of historic places for a better Georgia.

Main Street Program
The Office of Downtown Development (ODD) administers the Better Hometown and Main Street (MS/BHT) Programs. These programs focus on economic development using downtown revitalization, heritage preservation and restoring a sense of place through sound smart growth planning practices. These programs utilized the National Main Street Approach to downtown revitalization: Organization, Design, Economic Restructuring and Promotion. Once designated, a city will receive the following program services: resource team visit, on-site visits, technical assistance, design assistance, manager/board training, regional networking sessions, website and the prestige of being a MS/BHT city.
Eligible Applicant:
In order to apply for Main Street designation, the city must have a population between 5,000 and 50,000 according to the 2000 census.
In order to apply for Better Hometown designation, the city must have a population under 5,000 according to the 2000 census.
To be eligible to apply for 2003 MS/BHT designation, a city must participate in a minimum of two site visits from ODCS' staff between September 3, 2002 and the application deadline February 28, 2003.
Due Dates: Application must be postmarked by February 28, 2003.
Office of Downtown DevelopmentGeorgia Main Street Program:
Classic Main Street Cities Georgia Main Street Program 202-B Windsor Avenue Americus, Georgia 31709
Mary Anne Thomas (229) 931-2127 mthomas@dca.state.ga.us
Better Hometown Program Georgia Better Hometown Program 60 Executive Park South, N. E. Atlanta, Georgia 30329-2231
Alan Dickerson (404) 679-1595 adickers@dca.state.ga.us