Homestead CRA Business Relocation & Expansion Program

A one-time reimbursement grant to help businesses move into or expand within the Homestead CRA district by rehabilitating commercial space. Priority goes to restaurants, breweries, distilleries, downtown businesses, and businesses open evenings or weekends.

Application Deadline

Rolling – no deadline posted

Provided by
Homestead Community Redevelopment Agency
Coverage
Homestead
Cost to apply
No application fee listed
Last verified
Oct 2026
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Eligibility Criteria

Commercial property owners, tenants with a lease of 3+ years, or buyers with signed documents showing intent to purchase in the Homestead CRA district. Expansions must add at least half of the existing square footage. No new construction. The property must have no outstanding fines, liens or violations. Prior recipients cannot apply again.

How to Get Started

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Read the program guidelines, then apply online, by email to cragrants@cityofhomestead.com, or in person at the Homestead CRA, 212 NW 1st Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030. You will present your project to the CRA Board.

Information Needed

  • Completed application
  • government ID
  • proof of ownership, intent to purchase, or a lease of 3+ years
  • 2 years of performance records for a similar business
  • proof that property taxes and utilities are current
  • business licenses
  • W-9
  • at least 3 photos
  • a licensed contractor quote for each scope of work
  • a short PowerPoint presentation for the CRA Board meeting.

Helpful Tips

  • the CRA Board sets application windows
  • Paid as a reimbursement after the work is done, permits are closed and a certificate of occupancy is issued
  • The grant is a 0% loan secured by a mortgage – you repay it if you sell within 2 years
  • No award amount is posted, so ask the CRA