Commercial Property Improvement Program (CPIP) Grant

Step 1.Confirm eligibility

Businesses must be within a designated City of Kissimmee CRA District to apply for the grant. Grants are available on a first come, first approved basis for all eligible improvements. Approval is not automatic.

1. The business owner/tenant must hold a current Business Tax Receipt (BTR) and the property must be in a City of Kissimmee CRA district. Landlords applying for CPIP grants are not required to have a BTR.
2. Tenant is eligible to apply for a CPIP grant contingent upon a notarized letter of approval from the property owner.
3. Governmental entities, tenants of government owned properties, churches, non-profits, and tax-exempt properties are not eligible for this grant program. 
4. Owners of construction related businesses are not eligible. 
5. CPIP grant awards are limited to one grant per property within a five year time period. Multi-tenant properties should contact the CRA. 
6. Properties with code enforcement violations are not eligible.
7. CPIP recipients must agree to display a DKCRA sign on their property while the project is in progress. Upon completion of project and disbursement of funds, DKCRA sign will be collected by a CRA staff member.
8. Grant recipients are required to maintain improvements for a period of at least five years.
9. Your project must be one of the following:

• Awnings & Canopies
• Windows (New or Replacement)
• Paint
• Doors (New or Replacement)
• Exterior Lighting
• Fire Suppression Systems
• Grease Traps
• Private art sculpture installation
• Parking lot improvements
• Security camera and alarm systems

Step 2.Prepare documents

Before applying, prepare the following documents: 

• Driver’s License or State Issued ID
• Copy of Business Tax Receipt (BTR)
• Notarized letter of approval from owner (if tenant)
• Detailed written description of proposed improvements, and plans
• Scaled elevation drawing, size, dimensions, and location of improvements
• Construction and estimates from three independent licensed contractors
• Current Pictures of property showing front and all sides of property

Step 3.Apply online

Submit your application using our convenient online form

Submit Your Application

Step 4.Grant agreement

CRA Staff will review your application and will follow up within five business days. If approved, you will receive an award letter and grant agreement. 

You MUST sign your grant agreement and return it to City staff.

Step 5.Vender registration

After your grant agreement is signed and returned, you can register as a vendor in our online system. 

Register with Vendor Portal

Step 6.Submit completed project photos & invoices

Once your project is complete, you must submit completed photos and invoices to CRA staff.

Step 7.Get reimbursed

Staff will review your submission and upon approval will send your reimbursement to you. You can check the status of your reimbursement status at our vendor portal.