THE FOLLOWING IS A CITY OF DANVILLE RELEASE
Danville, May 1, 2026 – The City of Danville will be accepting applications from the Downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District starting May 1, 2026, through June 1, 2026. This grant opportunity provides financial assistance for permanent building and site improvements on properties located within the Downtown TIF District.
To check if a business is within the Downtown TIF District, please visit: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/12c75b12f6ed44fe894d14c03bd4847d
Required Documents:
1. Cost proposals
2. Completed W-9 form for the Grantee
3. Letter from the owner of record granting the applicant permission to complete the proposed improvements (if the applicant is not the owner)
4. Letter of commitment or other evidence of adequate financing (if applicable)
5. Letter of intent, including a statement on the positive impact in the downtown area and overall quality of life in the City of Danville.
6. Before Photos
7. Site plan of the property, as well as any elevation drawings or exhibits needed to illustrate improvements (if applicable)
Applications are reviewed and scored using established eligibility criteria, with funding awarded to the strongest proposals. We encourage all businesses within the Downtown TIF District to take advantage of this opportunity and apply. This program operates independently from Downtown Danville Inc. grants.
Please use the link below to access the online application: https://danvilleil.civicserve.com/applicant/179000/new-application/details/0
For more information, contact the Community Development Division at 217-431-2321 or visit the office at 1155 E Voorhees St, Suite A, Danville, IL 61832.
PREVIOIUS STORY: https://vermilioncountyfirst.com/2026/04/22/danville-council-tif-money-opportunity-for-downtown-businesses-fire-department-offers-annual-report/
