Storefront Improvement Program

Whether protecting a structure’s historic significance, integrating modern technology into an antiquated facility or meticulously restoring a building’s fragile façade, Congress Heights Community Training and Development Corporation (CHCTDC) understands the careful planning, coordination, and special attention to detail that is required to bringing buildings back to their original grandeur.

We are proud to work with Destination Congress Heights Main Street businesses and to receive a grant award from the DC Department of Housing and Community Develop to support businesses with small facade improvement projects. Funding is now available from CHCTDC for projects such as:

Storefront Design
Predevelopment and Construction
Signage
Awnings
Lighting
Color Selection & Exterior Painting
Windows and Doors
Window Displays

ADA Accessibility
Physical Security Elements – including cameras
Gate boxes & Security Gates
Rooftop Solar and LED Lighting - for security of community, customers and employees
Energy Audits
Vendor and CBE selection

If you are in one of CHCTDC eligible Small Business corridors, you can apply today. There is no deadline for the Facade Improvement Program application, but funds are limited and applications are approved on a rolling basis. download the application here and submit to our team at info@chctdc.org.

For questions on our Facade programs please contact Wendell Quann at Quann@chctdc.org