RollingRochester (Downtown special service district), MN

Downtown Facade Improvement Grant

From City of Rochester / Rochester Downtown Alliance (RDA)

Amount: Up to $13,500Up to 50% of costs, max $12,000, plus $1,500 design assistance
Deadline: RollingNo closing date
Where: Rochester (Downtown special service district), MN
Match needed: Pays you back
Effort: MediumA form plus a few documents.

The link goes to downtownrochestermn.com.

Property or business owners in the Downtown Rochester special service district (buildings 3+ years old). Rolling. No closing date

Who can apply

Property or business owners in the Downtown Rochester special service district (buildings 3+ years old)
signage-only projects generally excluded

Retail, restaurant, and services

Can a small business win this?

First-come, first-served. has funded 83 businesses since 2010.

Before you apply

Use the extra $1,500 (no match) for a professional rendering. the RDA strongly recommends one.

Checked on downtownrochestermn.com, Oct 18 (opens in a new tab)

Report a problem

This is a summary. The official page has the final word.

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Common questions

How much is Downtown Facade Improvement Grant?

Up to $13,500. The full line is: Up to 50% of costs, max $12,000, plus $1,500 design assistance. Highest figure stored: $13,500.

When can I apply for Downtown Facade Improvement Grant?

Applications are rolling. The page we checked has no single closing date.

Who can apply for Downtown Facade Improvement Grant?

Property or business owners in the Downtown Rochester special service district (buildings 3+ years old). signage-only projects generally excluded.

Does Downtown Facade Improvement Grant require matching funds?

Yes. You need to put in some of your own money or another match.

Where was Downtown Facade Improvement Grant checked?

Checked on 2026-10-18 at https://www.downtownrochestermn.com/do-business-downtown/grants/facade-improvement-grant. The official page wins if we disagree.