Construction and/or Renovation to Buildings, Additions, or Structures

The State of Illinois is offering a grant opportunity for construction and/or renovation to buildings, additions, or structures. The goal of this program is to improve the quality of life of Illinoisans. The grant will fund costs associated with capital improvements and/or infrastructure improvements for property located at, or near, 9301 South Ashland Avenue in Chicago. The successful grantee will be required to report on the expenditure of funds and the specific improvements rendered as a result of this funding. Key aspects of the grant include: • The total amount of grant funds for this award is $500,000. • Applicants must submit a project narrative that describes in detail the proposed project activities. • The project narrative should include enough information for DCEO to understand the scope of the project, including a detailed breakdown of the costs associated with each utilized budget line. • A detailed breakdown of tasks and an estimated project timeline are also required. • The Project Narrative must include evidence of need, capacity, economic impact, need, and quality. • Grantees will be required to comply with various regulations, including the Prevailing Wage Act and the Illinois Works Jobs Program Act. • Grantees will be permitted to seek from the Department a waiver or reduction of certain goals in certain circumstances. • The grantee must ensure compliance for the life of the entire project, including during the term of the grant and after the term ends, if applicable.