Residents of Coon Rapids looking to spruce up their home exteriors have a shot at some financial assistance, thanks to a city grant program. The "Front Door Grant" will be accepting online applications until February 25, as the city prepares to randomly select eligible homeowners via lottery in March. Successful applicants can receive anywhere from $1,000 to $5,000 to fund improvements to the front of their homes.
This grant aims to cover a part of the project costs for qualifying improvements, which must include some work on the front, or street side, of the property. As noted in the details posted on the City of Coon Rapids official website, "The grant money will pay for a portion of project costs for qualifying improvements," with the actual amount awarded depending on the specific type of exterior improvement undertaken.
For those interested in the process, the lottery drawing is scheduled for March 4, and the city is offering a couple of ways for residents to tune in. People can watch the event live on CTN 799 Government Channel, available only to Xfinity Cable subscribers in Coon Rapids, or via a live stream on YouTube. The city ensures transparency and public engagement by inviting homeowners to watch the lottery as it happens.
Following the draw, winners won't be left guessing whether they were chosen, as the city is committed to notifying all recipients using traditional and digital means. "Following the lottery, all winners are contacted by both US mail and email," the City of Coon Rapids announcement states, ensuring that all successful applicants will be informed in a timely manner. Homeowners in Coon Rapids now have several weeks to throw their hat in the ring for a chance to improve their curb appeal, and possibly, the value of their homes.
