Charlotte Harbor Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)
The Charlotte Harbor Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) was established in 1992. In 2003, the Board of County Commissioners approved a reoccurring funding source called tax increment for the area which has and will continue to provide the opportunity for Charlotte Harbor CRA to leverage local tax dollars with grant dollars to implement projects.
The Charlotte Harbor Community Redevelopment Agency is governed by land use standards found in both the Charlotte County Comprehensive Plan, Objective 2.3 of the Future Land Use Element and Section 3-9-50 of the Charlotte County Land Development Code, which includes mandatory architectural standards. These specific standards have enhanced the historic character of the area and encourage pedestrian-friendly development.
The Board of County Commissioners is the governing body of the Charlotte Harbor CRA and has appointed the Charlotte Harbor CRA Advisory Committee to review projects and make recommendations on the use of tax increment revenues. The Advisory Committee meets monthly. Property owners in the area are invited to become more involved in the strategies to continue to improve the area. For more information, please telephone Debrah Forester, Redevelopment Manager at 941-743-6241.
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Rehabilitation Grant Program
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Grant funds up to $2,000 are available to improve the curb appeal of both commercial and residential single-family and multi-family (up to 6 units) structures within the Charlotte Harbor CRA. To qualify the units must be connected to the Charlotte County central sewer and a licensed Charlotte County contractor or business must complete the work. Eligible activities include: painting, window and door replacement; architectural features, such as awnings and shutters; professional design services, and front yard improvements such as landscaping and pavers. All landscaping must meet Florida Friendly Standards and all pavers and driveways must be completed with pervious materials. Funds will be distributed to the property owner after the work is completed and a Paid Invoice is submitted.
For information on plants that will qualify under this program, please visit: http://www.floridayards.org/fyplants/index.php
A Community Workshop was held to discuss the following proposed Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan changes in the Charlotte Harbor CRA on Monday, December 14, 2009. For additional information, please call Kathy Knee, 941.627.3023. View map of target area. Give us your comments on these documents.
