North Monroe Business Awarded Facade Improvement Grant
Litchfield City Council Meeting | February 5, 2026
Article Summary: The Litchfield City Council approved a facade improvement grant to assist with renovations at 314 North Monroe Street. The TIF-funded grant will reimburse the property owner for half of the eligible renovation costs, up to a specific cap.
Facade Grant Key Points:
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Recipient: Kimberlee Davidson Revocable Living Trust.
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Location: 314 North Monroe Street.
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Project Scope: Renovations include replacement windows, a new front door, standing seam metal awnings, and exterior lighting.
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Grant Amount: The city will provide $7,300 in reimbursement funds.
The Litchfield City Council on Thursday, February 5, 2026, voted to support the renovation of a commercial property on North Monroe Street through the city’s facade improvement program.
The council authorized the Mayor to execute a grant agreement with the Kimberlee Davidson Revocable Living Trust for the property located at 314 North Monroe Street. The building is the site of Central Realty.
According to the application submitted to the council, the renovation project includes the installation of replacement windows on the front facade, a new front door, standing seam metal awnings, vinyl signage, and exterior lighting.
The program, funded through the city’s Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district, reimburses property owners for 50 percent of eligible improvement costs. The total estimated cost of the reimbursable incentives for the project is $14,600. The council approved a grant amount of $7,300.
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