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Historic Property Matching Grant Program
To facilitate and financially support the stabilization and restoration of historical architecture, encourage the use of appropriate materials and methods, and reward quality workmanship.
What is the Historic Property Matching Grant Program?
Through the Historic Property Matching Grant Program, Preservation Burlington matches grantees up to 50% of the cost of historically appropriate exterior restorations, to a maximum award of $5,000. The purpose of the program is to encourage and aid owners of our city’s historically and architecturally significant properties to preserve and maintain the historic character of their exteriors.
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Purpose.
To encourage and aid owners of our city’s historically and architecturally significant buildings to preserve and maintain the historic character of their residential exteriors.
To facilitate and financially support the stabilization and restoration of historical architecture, encourage the use of appropriate materials and methods, and reward quality workmanship.
To enhance overall neighborhood integrity and pride of place, while at the same time magnifying neighborhood real estate values.
Funds.
Preservation Burlington may contract to match up to 50% of the cost of historically appropriate exterior improvements, to a maximum award of $5,000 per grantee. Applications must be submitted in writing by April 1, 2023, and grant recipients will be announced in early May, 2023. Grant funding will be awarded after all program requirements are met and the project is completed on a timely basis. The number of grants to be awarded, and the amount of each, is within the sole discretion of the Board of Directors.
Eligibility.
​Two Types of Properties are Eligible to Apply:
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Owner-occupied residential property that is either individually listed as a local, state or national landmark, or that is located within one of Burlington, NC's six National Register Historic Districts.
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Income property that is either individually listed as a local, state or national landmark, or that is located within two city blocks of any of Burlington, NC's six National Register Historic Districts. The property may or may not be owner-occupied.
Maps of Historic Districts in Burlington, N.C.
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Historic Property
Matching Grant Recipients 2022
412 Fountain Place
Providing foundation support via helical steel piers at the outer corners of their home's original all-brick front porch to arrest the downslope slippage of the porch, which has begun to separate from the house. This remedial work will also prevent further mortar fractures in the porch - a significant defining feature of the c. 1940 residence.
2487 Glencoe Street
Providing repair to the front porch floor of the venerable c. 1890 mill village residence using quality materials that match the home's original tongue and groove planking.
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706 W. Davis Street
Providing stabilization to two porches of the handsome 1917 bungalow including historically correct handrails, balusters and newel posts, as well as front porch foundation repair and partial porch floor replacement.
501 W. Front Street
Providing sensitive repairs to exterior siding and window trim, front porch rail stabilization and a front door restoration/refit to extend the life and historic integrity of the striking c. 1890s residence.
Get to Know Us
Through preservation, education, and involvement, Preservation Burlington seeks to protect and celebrate the architectural and historical heritage of Burlington and the surrounding area. Historic preservation and adaptive re-use contributes to stronger, safer neighborhoods, economic development, aesthetic beauty, and community pride. By fostering within the community an appreciation of our historic properties, we aim to promote interest in, and good stewardship of our local historic treasures.
We promote the preservation of historic structures by supporting property owners.
We educate the public about what historic preservation is, why it matters, and how it can enrich the entire community.
We advocate for preservation initiatives by encouraging projects that balance the need for development and growth with the desire to retain our historic resources.
