The mission of Historic Salisburv Foundation, Inc. is to preserve, protect and revitalize the historic fabric of Salisbury and Rowan County. The purpose of the 50/50 Preservation Grant is to support our mission in the six National Register Historic Districts that do not qualify for Historic Preservation Incentive Grants offered by the City of Salisbury, Historic Preservation Commission.
We are funding $50,000 in exterior preservation grants to celebrate our 50th Anniversary! This is a grant and not required to be paid back. HSF funds are drawn from a revolving fund that is specifically established for the protection, preservation, and stabilization of historic properties and neighborhoods.
- Grant applications accepted until September 15 or until a total of $50,000 has been awarded
- Eligible residential and commercial properties must be at least 50 years old and located within one of
the following districts listed within the National Register of Historic Districts: Livingstone College, Kesler Manufacturing Co - Cannon Mills, North Long Street-Park Avenue, Salisbury Railroad Corridor, Shaver Rental Houses, Fulton Heights. - Fifty (50) $1,000 grants based on first come first served that meet all guidelines.
- HSF Preservation Grant signage to be placed in yard of awarded property for the duration of the project.
- Reimbursement and/or vendor payment will be paid upon final inspection.
- May - September 2022-HSF will issue a "Call for Applications" using mailed notices, newspaper, HSF
website, social media, and community resources such as HOA and district leader communications. - May - October 2022 - Applications will be received and awarded on a rolling basis.
- May - October 2022 - Notices of Award - projects may begin immediately upon notification and signing
of agreement. - September 15 - Deadline for applications.
- December 16 2022 - Project completion and grant reimbursement/vendor payment request due.
Application deadline is September 15, 2022. Applications will be available on a rolling basis until funds are depleted. Projects must be completed by December 16, 2022.
- A completed application form.
- Photos of area(s) requesting repair.
- Estimate from a contractor covering the full extent of the work. If you are completing the work your.
self, a detailed material list with price estimates is required instead. - Income documentation to ensure eligibilitv for the income criteria section (total household annual
income of $45,000 or less)