DMDA District Awning and Signage Grant
The Downtown Marietta Development Authority offers a 50 percent matching grant up to $3,000 for eligible awning and signage improvements in the DMDA District.
About this program
The Downtown Marietta Development Authority District Awning and Signage Grant is a storefront improvement program for businesses in historic downtown Marietta and surrounding district properties. The program encourages economic development by helping business owners enhance storefront appearance through signage and awning improvements. The grant reimburses 50 percent of eligible project costs up to $3,000 and requires approval of proposed signs, awnings, canopies, or exterior material changes before installation.
Eligibility
Business owners located within the Downtown Marietta Development Authority District may apply for eligible signage or awning improvements to their storefronts.
Requirements
- Business must be located within the DMDA District.
- Project must improve storefront signage or awnings.
- Businesses in the Central Business District must obtain Historic Board of Review approval for facade, awning, signage, canopy, or exterior material changes before permitting and installation.