Programs for Businesses
Storefront Renovation Program offers technical, design and financial assistance to commercial property owners whose retail (storefront) buildings are located in City-approved "Target Areas." This is a comprehensive exterior rehabilitation that is eligible for a 40% rebate up to $25,000 to the property owner. There are design standards and labor and wage requirements. The entire Tremont service area is eligible for a SRP low interest loan product that is offered through the City of Cleveland's lending partner. Visit the City of Cleveland's website pertaining the Storefront Renovation Program.
City of Cleveland Department of Economic Development is a great resource for new and existing businesses in the City. They have several specialized functions including Economic Development and Technology; Small Business and Retail; Brownfield Redevlopment & Industrial Land Bank: Retention and Attraction; Available Commercial Property; and Workforce Development. Visit the Department of Economic Development's website to learn more.
Cuyahoga County's Department of Development offers resources to new and existing businesses. Visit Cuyahoga County's website to learn more .
Council of Smaller Enterprises (COSE) offers many tools and resources for the needs of small businesses. Visit COSE's website to learn more .
SCORE Cleveland is a part of SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business," a national nonprofit association dedicated to entrepreneur education and the formation, growth and success of the nation's smaill businesses. Visit SCORE's website for more information.
Small Business Administration Cleveland provides programs and services to help you start, grow and succeed. Visit the SBA's website to learn more.
WECO Fund, Inc. has a Micro Enterprise Center which provides loans, education, and training to very small businesses that have all the responsibilities of larger ones but not as many of the resources. Visit WECO Fund online.
Retail Spaces Cleveland is a great site that lists available retail spaces in many of Cleveland's neighborhoods. Visit their website by clicking here.
Please contact Michelle at Tremont West for more information about these programs and organizations.
