MidTown Peak Grant Application
The MidTown Peak Grant is a grant for impactful improvements located in the MidTown neighborhood of Durango. Funded by the Durango Renewal Partnership, this program supports projects that positively contribute to the conditions and character of the neighborhood with the intent of increasing property values and the overall attractiveness of the area.
Program Summary & Eligibility
- Improvements must positively contribute to the character and conditions of the MidTown neighborhood.
- This is a reimbursement grant and payments will be made after the work is completed.
- Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
- MidTown Peak Grant funds cannot be used for projects that have already occurred.
- Applications are reviewed by City staff and the final decision is made by the Urban Renewal Authority Board.
Evaluation Guidelines
Staff and the Urban Renewal Authority Board will evaluate applications based on:
- Overall impact
- Potential for increasing property value
- Visible from public right of way and public benefit
- Blighting eligibility factors addressed
- Impact on climate resilience
- Additional matching funds provided
- Positive impact on property resale and reuse
Eligible Participants
- Commercial and mixed-use property owners in the MidTown neighborhood.
- Business owners with written approval from the property owner.
Examples of Eligible Projects
- Façade improvements such as awnings, windows, and adding appropriate exterior materials;
- New or updated signage;
- Outdoor seating areas, performance venues, plazas, and other gathering spaces;
- Sidewalks, curbs, gutters, ADA compliant ramps;
- Landscaping including street trees;
- Exterior painting and murals, creative art projects;
- Paving of parking lots and alleyways;
- Projects that are visible from the public right of way; Can a pedestrian see these improvements walking down the sidewalk?
- All projects must comply with the City of Durango’s Design Guidelines and applicable land use standards.
How does the application process work?
- Pre-application meeting to determine eligibility
- Business or property owner submits an application
- Staff reviews the application for eligibility and completeness
- Durango Renewal Partnership Board reviews and determines funding
- Business or property owner completes the project
- Business or property owner requests reimbursement by providing receipts and photos of completed work
- Staff reviews and processes the reimbursement request. Reimbursements can take up to 30 days
Additional Questions?
Email: tommy.crosby@durangoco.gov or call 970-375-4855
The City of Durango and LPEA are committed to promoting the adoption of electric vehicles throughout our region. A key aspect of EV adoption is exploring the most cost-effective way to implement charging infrastructure for residents and businesses. The Level-1 Workplace Charging Grant is seeking interested community partners to explore the viability of level-1 charging in a workplace setting.
Funding amount:
$10,000 per applicant site. Applicants may apply for up to two separate sites ($10,000 per site). A minimum of 10% match funding is required, but this requirement may be waived for sites that can demonstrate certain criteria as outlined in the grant application.
What is Level-1 Charging?
Level-1 charging consists of providing a basic, standard electrical outlet at a parking space which allows drivers to use their own portable charging cables to plug in. This approach uses much more basic infrastructure compared to the Level-2 pedestal chargers which are also becoming commonplace. While Level-1 charging is not particularly fast, it can still add 20-40 miles of range to a typical EV when plugged in over the course of an entire workday - about $1 of electricity and roughly equivalent to a gallon of gas for mileage.
Why Level-1 Charging at Workplaces?
Cost: When it comes to costs for businesses, Level-1 charging can reduce issues for peak demand (kW) charges on electric utility bills as well as limiting the amount of total electricity (kWh) that a car can draw during a charge. These factors can reduce electric utility bills by hundreds of dollars per month, compared to Level-2 charging. In turn, this simplifies or eliminates the need to find a way to make employees pay for their use of the workplace chargers. Furthermore, Level-1 charging infrastructure can be installed at a fraction of the cost of commercial style Level-2 or DC fast charging, and is ideal for cars that are parked for longer periods of time.
Clean and Reliable Electricity: As EV charging becomes more commonplace, LPEA faces the challenge of continuing to provide reliable electricity in line with its adopted renewable energy goals. By increasing EV charging during the day, more of the power going to EV charging can be sourced from solar generation. Additionally, daytime EV charging shifts electrical load away from peak evening hours – unlike charging EVs at home in the evenings which adds directly to grid peaks.
Additional resources provided through the program:
In addition to grant funding, the City of Durango and LPEA staff are available to provide advising on project design and parking management best practices. LPEA will also supply monitoring hardware and assist with its setup to give business owners clear visibility into how much power their chargers are using, independent of the rest of the business's energy consumption.
The Charge Ahead Colorado grant program is a separate EV charging grant program administered by the Colorado Energy Office, focused on Level-2 and Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) charging. City of Durango staff can advise applicants on how these programs may be a consideration for their site.
This program incentivizes local residents, businesses, and organizations to replace turf grass with native and natural landscaping in order to help conserve water. The program is designed to help existing properties align with City of Durango design guidelines and state legislation regarding right-of-way landscaping as well as support state-wide efforts to track and better understand the outcomes of turf grass replacement.
This form must be submitted and your application must receive approval BEFORE your begin your project!
Rebates cannot be put towards any costs incurred before approval.
Please note that you will receive email updates regarding your application from notifications@email.submittable.com. Please be sure to check your email junk filter to make sure these messages are not being blocked.
Re:New Grant Application
The Re:New Grant is a 1:1 matching reimbursement grant of up to $5,000 offered by the City of Durango to support visible improvements to commercial and mixed-use properties. The program is designed to help business and property owners invest in upgrades that strengthen Durango’s Character Districts while leveraging private investment.
Eligible projects must be visible from the public right-of-way, meaning a pedestrian can clearly see the improvements from the sidewalk or street. This is a reimbursement grant, so applicants must pay for the work up front and are reimbursed after the project is completed and approved.
The Re:New Grant supports projects that enhance the visual character of Durango, support local businesses, and help catalyze economic activity while strengthening the community’s tax base.
Full program details, design guidelines, and examples of eligible projects are available at: https://www.durangoco.gov/1670/ReNew-Grant
Key Program Details
Grant amount: 1:1 match, up to a maximum City contribution of $5,000
Eligibility:
- Commercial and mixed-use property owners
- Business owners with at least two years remaining on their lease and written property owner approval
Project visibility: Improvements must be visible from the public right-of-way
Project status: New projects only. Applications must be submitted before work begins
Funding type: Reimbursement only. Payments are made after project completion
Application Timeline and Review
Applications accepted: January 1 through October 1, or until funds are exhausted
Monthly deadline: Applications must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on the 15th of the month to be considered for the following months City Council meeting
Project completion deadline: All projects must be completed by December 1st
Review process:
- Applications are reviewed by City staff for eligibility and completeness
- Final funding decisions are made by Durango City Council
Reimbursement timing: Reimbursement requests are due within 90 days of award or by December 1st, whichever comes first. Once received, reimbursements may take up to 30 days to process.
How Applications Are Evaluated
Applications are evaluated based on:
- Overall impact
- Compatibility with and advancement of the City’s Design Guidelines
- Visual impact from the public right-of-way
- Quality and clarity of the proposal
Before You Apply
Applicants are encouraged to schedule a pre-application meeting with City staff to confirm eligibility and readiness. All projects must comply with the City of Durango’s Commercial Design Guidelines and applicable land use standards.
Additional questions?
Email: tommy.crosby@durangoco.gov or call 970-375-4855
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2026 Lodgers' Tax: Arts and Culture Grant Application
The LTAC program exists to invigorate the creative economy while also building community cultural identity and supporting year-round programming.
Welcome to the City of Durango Lodgers' Tax: Arts and Culture Grant Application. This grant is funded by a portion of the City's lodgers' tax to support arts, culture, and heritage initiatives that enrich our community and benefit residents and visitors. Grant awards are strictly reimbursement-based and must be used within the approved project timeline. Please complete each section thoroughly.
Evaluation Criteria
- Community Benefit (35%)
- Local Economic Impact (30%)
- Innovation & Feasibility (15%)
- Path to Independence (10%)
- Off-Season Impact or Year-Round Benefit (10%)
Application Checklist:
- Approval and/or permits for location and activities (design review, liquor, special event, etc.). All mural and public art is required to set up a consultation with the Durango Creative District, director@durangocreativedistrict.org
- Detailed budget with other sources of income of resources.
- Visuals to help understand the project.
- Detailed Timeline.
- Bios of lead applicant and team members.
Visit the LTAC Grant page on the City's website for FAQ's, resources, tips, and more!
Enter your organization's Legal name, EIN, or UEI below. This will link your application to your organization's IRS or SAM.gov portal. If you prefer, you can also click "Skip" to proceed directly to the application.