Facade Improvement Grant 26/27

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Facade Improvement Grant Application Form

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To view the guidelines for the Facade Improvement Grant, please click here.

What works will be funded:

  • Painting of the facade and exterior walls visible to the public realm.
  • Reinstatement of exterior architectural and/or artistic features.
  • Restoration of historic buildings.
  • Installation of new business signage (permanent only).
  • Renovations to entranceways, doors, tiles, and other facade elements. 
  • Installation of decorative features (vertical gardens, planter boxes, hanging baskets) in consideration of neighbouring properties and streetscape. 
  • Installation of external awnings, lighting, and windows visible from the street. 
  • Renovations that promote environmental sustainability and energy efficiencies. 
  • Renovations that promote community safety and accessibility. 

It is recommended that applicants refer to council's Footpath Trading and Structures Policy Guidelines to identify permitted activities and approval processes.  Further information can be found online at mackay.qld.gov.au.

Eligibility Criteria

Note: Please consider your answer to the following criteria carefully. Answers will determine if the application can proceed or be deemed ineligible.

Will the proposed improvements to the facade of the building be highly visible to the public realm? * Required
Example: be visible to street frontages or adjacent to a laneway, carpark arcade or walkway
Can you provide your matched contribution in cash? * Required
Applicant's contribution is required to be in cash and not in-kind.
Have building works commenced? * Required
Works completed prior to application approval are not eligible for funding.
Have you successfully received a Facade Improvement Grant within the last two years?
Only one application can be lodged, per commercial property, within a two-year period.

Applicant Details

Postal Address: * Required
Must be an Australian phone number. 

Organisation Details

Is Your Organisation Registered For GST? * Required
Response required.
Does Your Organisation Have An ABN? * Required
Response required.
The ABN provided will be used to look up the following information.
Click Lookup above to check that you have entered the ABN correctly.
Australian Business Register Information
ABN
Entity name
ABN status
Entity type
Goods & Services Tax (GST)
DGR Endorsed
ATO Charity Type
More information
ACNC Registration
Tax Concessions
Main business location
Must be an ABN. 

Building Details

Building Address: * Required

Property Owner Consent

Without the property owners consent, we cannot accept the application. 

Note:  If you are signing on the owners behalf as the owners legal representative, you must state the nature of your legal authorisation and attach documentary evidence of your status (e.g. Power of Attorney, Executor, Trustee, Company Director, etc).

Please specify if you are the building owner or tenant? * Required
Response required.
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Without the property owners consent, we cannot accept the application.
Please upload proof of ownership or building owner's consent. * Required
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    Evidence may include current rates notice for proof of ownership or signed letter of support for landowners consent.
    Legal Authorisation (if applicable):
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      Is the building proposed for facade improvement works heritage listed? * Required
      Building works that involve a heritage-listed building may require specific approvals.

      This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Is the building proposed for facade improvement works heritage listed?" on page 1

      Please upload a plan of the building * Required
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        Mandatory Information

        In order to process your application faster, should you be successful, you are required to download and complete a Creditor Details Confirmation Form as well as a Grant Tax Form. Further, a copy of your Bank Statement and your Public Liability Insurance is also required. 

        You can download Creditor Details Confirmation form here.

        Please download the Grant Tax Form here. 

        Does your Organisation (or Auspicing Organisation) have a valid Public Liability Insurance cover for your project? * Required
        Please upload your completed Creditor Details Confirmation Form here. * Required
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          Please upload a copy of your Bank Statement here. * Required
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            Statement must show Bank Name, Account Name, Account BSB and Account Number. Please Note: You can blank out transaction details if desired.
            Please upload a copy of the completed tax form here. * Required
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              Child Safe Requirements

              Will the grant-funded project include activities or services that will involve children (individuals under the age of 18), or facilities/activities where children are under your organisation’s supervision?
              This question relates to Child Safe Organisation Act 2024 (QLD)

              Child Safety Declaration (Not Applicable)

              This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Will the grant-funded project include activities or services that will involve children (individuals under the age of 18), or facilities/activities where children are under your organisation’s supervision?" on page 1

              The Grantee acknowledges that it is exclusively responsible for ensuring the safety of children involved in the funded activity and for complying with all applicable child safety obligations (including the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024 (Qld) and the Child Safe Standards and Universal Principle, where applicable). Council’s receipt or sighting of any child‑safety related policies or evidence is solely for Council’s assurance and to confirm the Grantee’s compliance efforts. Council’s review shall not be taken as endorsement of the content or as a transfer of responsibility for the effectiveness of those policies, which remains with the Grantee.

              To seek further information about Child Safe Organisations - Child Safe Organisations | Queensland Family and Child Commission.

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              Please upload any supporting documentation
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                Documents could include: a copy of your Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Code of Conduct; and, brief details of your risk management measures (e.g. supervision arrangements/ratios, transport arrangements, reporting pathways etc)

                Proposed Works

                Must be a date. 
                Must be a date. Project must be completed prior to April 30, 2027.
                Please attach a detailed plan of the works. * Required
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                  Please attach a photo of the proposed improvement area. * Required
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                    Assessment Criteria

                    Responses must be no more than 500 words. 

                    Discuss how your projects will deliver some or all of the following benefits: Attracting new customers and improving sales; attracting new tenants (or retaining existing tenant); stimulating new investment/business opportunities; improving property values and/or increasing rental incomes; supporting local construction businesses and suppliers; choosing sustainable and energy efficient options/products where possible and practical and/or; contributing to community safety and/or accessibility.
                    Projects must be delivered to a high standard by April 30, 2026. Include some detail on the timeline of works in your response.

                    Budget (10%)

                    The below budget section will be reviewed and assessed as Assessment Criteria 5.

                    The budget section and budget tables must: 

                    • be completed correctly
                    • consider the use of local contractors/suppliers with appropriate qualifications
                    • demonstrate the appropriate financial contribution to the project by the applicant, and
                    • be realistic and provide value for money.

                    Funding Available: 

                    Successful projects will be eligible for a co-contribution from council of up to 50% of the total project costs, with a maximum funding amount of up to $5,000 (ex GST).  Applicants may wish to contribute additional funds beyond the matched contribution if they want to complete more significant works.

                    Are local contractors being used for the project? * Required
                    Quotes are to be submitted in the budget table below
                    Must be a $ amount. Ex GST and match total expenditure below.
                    Must be a $ amount. Ex GST

                    Expenditure Table 

                    Please complete the expenditure table below as part of the budget assessment criteria. In the table, include the quote/s from the supplier/s that you would like to proceed with. 

                    • One quote is required for costs less than $3,000, and two quotes where costs are higher than $3,000.
                    • If costs exceed $3,000, please upload a comparative quote (for each applicable item) in the section labelled 'Comparative Quote/s' below the table.

                    Additional information:

                    • The total amounts are calculated automatically.
                    • Total Expenditure and Funding Split Total MUST equal eachother. 
                    • The quoted amount must match the expenditure amount.
                    • Expenditure amount items must exclude GST

                    Please see below for an example of how to complete your expenditure table:

                     

                    EXAMPLE Expenditure Table

                    Proposed Expenditure Expenditure Amount

                    Supplier
                    Contractors  $2,300.00 Chosen Contractor
                    Signage $1,150.00 Sign Company
                    Paint $2,000.00 Paint Company
                    TOTAL $5,450.00  

                     

                    Proposed ExpenditureExpenditure Amount (ex GST)SupplierUpload Quote
                    Include a description of grant items you are applying for.
                    Include a description of grant items you are applying for.
                    Please list the supplier name
                    Upload the quote for the supplier you wish to proceed with
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                            Must be at least 1 rows

                            This number/amount is calculated. Calculated from the 'Expenditure' table.
                            Comparative Quote/s:
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                              Funding Split Table

                              Please complete the funding split table below as part of the budget assessment criteria.

                              See below for an example of how to complete your funding split table. 

                              EXAMPLE Funding Split Table:

                              Organisations Financial Contribution

                              $2,725.00

                              Funds Requested from Council

                              $2,725.00
                              TOTAL 

                              $5,450.00
                              Funding Sources$
                              Include description of requested funding and contribution sources on separate lines for. Additional lines may be added.
                              Must be a dollar amount ($).

                              Must be at least 1 rows

                              This number/amount is calculated. Calculated from the 'Funding Split' Table.

                              Funding Agreement

                              A copy of your Funding Agreement can be downloaded here. Once you have read and understood the terms please agree below.

                              I acknowledge that:

                              • I have read the “Funding Agreement”; and
                              • I agree to be bound by its terms.
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                              Certification

                              I certify that:

                              • I have read and will abide by the Facade Improvement Grant Guidelines. 
                              • The statements in this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
                              • I consent for authorised Council Officers to enter the property to carry out inspections relating to this Application. 
                              • I agree to undertake the proposed works as outlined in this Application.
                              • I have read and understood the Information Privacy and Right to Information Statement below and agree to the use and disclosure of information as outlined in the Statement.

                               

                              Information Privacy and Right to Information:

                              The information you provide in your grant application will be used by Mackay Regional Council to process and assess your application and, if successful, to process, pay and administer your grant.  

                              The information may be used by Mackay Regional Council for reporting purposes, training, systems testing and process improvement.  The information may be anonymised and used for statistical purposes.  The information may be used by Mackay Regional Council for the promotion of Facade Improvement Grant.  For this purpose, the information and your contact details may be provided to the media and other agencies who may contact you directly.  Mackay Regional Council may also publish the information in their Annual Reports or on their websites.  Mackay Regional Council treat all personal information in accordance with the Information Privacy Act 2009.  The provisions of the Right to Information Act 2009 apply to documents in the possession of  Mackay Regional Council.

                              Certification * Required
                              Response required.

                              What Happens Next?

                              • Assessment by council - all valid applications will be reviewed and scored by an assessment panel.  Successful applicants will be determined by the quality of their responses to the Assessment Criteria. 
                              • Applicant is advised of decision and any special conditions. 
                              • Release of grant funds to the applicant. 
                              • Applicant undertakes improvement works. 
                              • Works are completed within timeframe. 
                              • Applicant submits acquittal form via Smartygrants.  The report is to include: high resolution images showcasing the completed works free from obstruction.