Clark County District B Commercial Grant Program

Incentive

Approved applicants that choose to work with contractors located and operating in Clark County District B are eligible for $1,000 additional funding (optional) for $11,000 total award.

See this list of eligible District B contractors.
*Note: This list is provided as a courtesy. Clark County does not guarantee or endorse any contractor services. Applicants are encouraged to thoroughly vet contractors on their own and make selections at their own discretion.

• Commercial exterior upgrades visible from public right of way such as:
  • Signage, painting, and façade improvements
  • Landscaping, xeriscaping
  • Accessibility improvements
• Safety upgrades including cameras, camera placement, alarms, lighting, fencing
• Code violation corrections including:
  • Removal of vegetation, trash, debris
  • Minor structural corrections
  • Project permit fees
• Digital connectivity, website creation or upgrades
• Other commercial improvements that improve curb appeal – such adding lighting or street numbers (pending approval)
• Construction work (including painting, landscaping, electrical, and other construction) must be completed by a Nevada board certified licensed contractor; additional incentive if contractor is located in District B
• Items that can be moved (i.e. furniture, umbrellas) are NOT eligible

• One grant per business
• Located in Clark County District B
• Valid Clark County business license
• Not engaged in prohibited business activities – refer to FAQ for list
• If you are a tenant, your lease must have at least 36 months remaining, including options
• If you are a tenant, you must provide notarized authorization from building owner
• Businesses located in zip codes 89145, 89115, 89107, and 89108 are given higher priority

• Application Window: October 24, 2026 – January 28, 2027
• Online applications are preferred; paper applications available as needed
• Paper applications available at Robert “Bob” Price Recreation Center, Torrey Pines Recreation Center and Overton Community Center (rural areas) during mobile office hours.
• If you need support but are unable to attend office hours, reach out to Kathleen Taylor, Senior Economic Development Specialist, Clark County at Kathleen.Taylor@ClarkCountynv.gov. 

• Access the online application in Survey Apply here. The site will prompt you to create a free account.
• Complete applicant information in Survey Apply.
• Provide details of your business, scope of work for commercial project and impact it will have on your business and surrounding area.
• Submit these documents with application:
  • Photos of existing conditions
  • Contractor quote/estimate with scope of work
  • Copy of lease
  • Notarized authorization from building owner (if you lease your space) – use this template
    • Note: authorization form MUST be notarized to be considered complete
  • Proof of ownership (if you own the property)
  • Government-issued ID (i.e. driver’s license)
  • Additional eligibility verification documents as requested

• Incomplete applications without required documents will not be reviewed.
• If reviewer has any questions on application or materials submitted, applicant has two weeks to resolve any questions or issues. Correspondence with applicants will be made via email.
• There is no appeal process for applications that are not approved.

1. Eligibility Review: Verification of location, ownership, lease, and compliance
2. Technical Review: Validation of project scope, quotes or estimates, and permits documentation
3. Selection Committee Review: Scoring by the Selection Committee composed of county staff and community members. Applications will be reviewed based on:
        a. Reduce blight in aging neighborhoods
        b. Improve safety
        c. Improve business visibility
        d. Beautification
        e. Code compliance
        f. Stimulate revitalization and economic activity

The Selection Committee will make final award decisions and may fund all or part of an eligible improvement project. Awards will not exceed $10,000 unless the applicant uses an eligible District B contractor for an additional incentive of $1,000.

It may take up to 60 days to notify applicants of application status, depending on application volume. County shall be obligated to commit funds only after a grant agreement with the applicant is signed and executed by all parties.

• Upon completion of work and receipt of invoice from contractor, grant awardees will submit a payment request via the Survey Apply platform. The payment request must include all relevant contractor invoices and photos of the completed project.
• Once approved, Grow America will pay grant awardees via wire deposit within two weeks.
• Grant awardees may submit one invoice upon completion of work. If a contractor requires payment of a deposit and the grant awardee is unable to advance their own funds, Grow America can provide an additional payment by request. The remaining award balance would be paid at project completion.
• As needed, a site visit will be completed by a Clark County employee prior to final payment.

Use link to verify business is in Clark County District B

Use link to verify contractor is Nevada board certified licensed contractor

Use link to find a Nevada board certified licensed contractor by area of specialty

Use link to access District B Contractors List

*This list is provided as a courtesy. Clark County does not guarantee or endorse any contractor services. Applicants are encouraged to thoroughly vet contractors on their own and make selections at their own discretion.

Permitting Resources

• Use link for project requirements and fee estimates

• Clark County Building Department Citizen Access Portal
  NOTE: Instructions available here.
• Permit Processing Workshop Recordings
• Clark County Building Department YouTube Channel
• Clark County Building Permits Contact
  pacenter@ClarkCountyNV.gov
  (702) 455-8972
• Fee calculator: Welcome to Clark County, NV
  Use this to estimate permit fees
• List of project types that are exempt from needing permits

List of volunteer organizations that could help with scope of work:

• Star Nursery Garden Centers
• The Good Deed Project
• For landscaping projects, contact Southern Nevada Water Authority
• Pick It Up Las Vegas
• Neighborhood Cleanup
• Adopt-A- Spot

*This list of volunteer organizations is provided as a courtesy. Clark County does not guarantee or endorse any volunteer services. Applicants are encouraged to thoroughly vet organizations on their own and make selections at their own discretion.

Applicants are encouraged to meet with Clark County Community & Economic Development or County Commission Clark County District B staff to discuss project scope, eligibility, and permitting needs.
Mobile office hours will be hosted at Clark County Robert “Bob” Price Recreation Center, Torrey Pines Recreation Center and Overton Community Center (rural areas).

Time: 9:30am – 12:30pm

Dates:

• Monday, October 26 (Robert “Bob” Price Recreation Center)
• Monday, November 2 (Overton Community Center)
• Monday, December 7 (Torrey Pines Community Center)
• Monday, January 11 (Robert “Bob” Price Recreation Center)

If you need support but are unable to attend office hours, reach out to Kathleen Taylor, Senior Economic Development Specialist, Clark County at Kathleen.Taylor@ClarkCountynv.gov.

• Businesses and contractors are responsible for initiating and maintaining communication with each other to plan, coordinate, and complete the project scope of work.
• Construction projects (including painting, landscaping, electrical, and other construction) must be completed by a Nevada board certified licensed contractor.
• The Nevada State Contractors Board listing may help you find a licensed contractor. Refer to Application Resources section for details.
• Projects must be properly permitted. Refer to Application Resources section for details.
• Award proceeds can’t be used to reimburse grantee for expenses incurred prior to grant agreement execution.
• Eligible improvements must be constructed within six (6) months of contract execution.
  • Extensions for unforeseen delays may be requested and may be approved on a case-by-case basis.
• All improvements must be maintained for at least three (3) years.
• A Clark County employee will monitor project progress via on-site visits, emails, and phone call communication with grant recipient.
• Businesses can work with volunteers to complete scope of work (nonpaid)* for items in the scope of work that don’t require a licensed contractor. See Application Resources for list.