CITY CENTRAL REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT
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The Fennville Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is pleased to present two (2) vacant Sites (the “Sites” also
referred to as “Parcels ‘A’ and ‘B’) to be purchased and redeveloped by qualified developers. Sites are located in
the City Center of Fennville Michigan. All properties included in the Sites are currently owned jointly by the City of
Fennville and the DDA.
This RFP is for a real estate developer to purchase, develop, own and operate and/or sub-divide and sell the
Sites, in accordance with the specifications and guidelines set forth in this RFP, Zoning Ordinance and other
applicable regulations. The project calls for construction of a building with a footprint of approximately 12,500 sq.
ft. on each site. Two or three story buildings will be considered, with first floor retail/business use and second and
possibly third floor residential and office use. Specific guidelines and recommendations will be found in sections 1
and 2 of this RFP. SEE INVESTMENTS
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Heritage Trail Marker & Community Bulletin Board Installed in Green Space
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A kiosk designed to display notices of events within the community has recently been installed in the Green
Space next to the post office. Notices about local events of general interest to the community may be posted
here. Contact Lisa Shaffer at City Hall to post a notice. Notices must meet criteria established by the DDA board
of directors.
One of the first Heritage Trail Markers in the county has also been installed in the Green Space. In honor of
MaryAnn Moeller Day, and her involvement with the Heritage Trail society, MaryAnn Moeller cut the ribbon
officially dedicating the marker.
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FACADE IMPROVEMENT LOAN PROGRAM
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The DDA has developed a program to provide financial incentives for local businesses to improve the exterior
condition of their buildings. Examples of eligible improvements include: signs, facade alterations, painting,
awnings, windows, entrances, window replacement / repair, masonry work, electrical fixtures, architectural
assistance, materials and labor.
Qualified participants in this program may be granted loans at interest rates significantly below the market rate.
Loans are provided by local lenders in amounts ranging from $5 thousand up to $150 thousand.
All improvements must be approved by the City of Fennville Downtown Design Review Committee. They will
consider compatibility of each design with those in the area.
Click here for a complete application package
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