Residential Exterior Painting Program

The Community Redevelopment Agency’s Residential Exterior Painting Program provides a one-time grant of up to $2,000 to income qualifying homeowners for eligible exterior painting improvements to residential property located within Escambia County’s designated redevelopment districts. A licensed and insured painting contractor and paint will be provided by Escambia County. Program funding is based on availability and will be provided on a first come, first served basis. Funding for this program is provided by Tax Incremental Financing.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Property must be located an Escambia County designated redevelopment district
• Property must be zoned residential and used for residential purposes
• Property must be homestead exempt
• Household income must not exceed 80 percent of Escambia County Median Area Income, as defined in the Escambia County Median Area Income Guidelines (2014) listed below.
• Application must be signed by the property owner. Property owner will be responsible for maintaining improvements upon completion.
• Property must not have outstanding judgment liens, code violations, and/or delinquent taxes.

• Property must have been approved by the Community Redevelopment Agency prior to commencement

Escambia County Median Area Income Guidelines (2020)

Eligible Improvements:

• Exterior Painting
• Minor Prep Work (Stripping, Sanding, Minor Wood Repair/Replacement, Pressure Washing)

To Apply:

1. Complete the Residential Exterior Painting Program Application.
2. Submit your application and supporting documentation by:

a. Drop off at 221 Palafox Place, Suite 305, Pensacola, 32502
b. Fax to 850-595-3218
c. Email to CRA@myescambia.com

If you'd like your application reviewed by one of our program managers, please call our office at 850-595-3217 during business hours  to schedule an appointment.