Fauquier County Economic Development Facade Improvement Grant Opportunity

The Fauquier County Department of Economic Development is now accepting applications for Façade Improvement Grants administered by the Department and funded by the Economic Development Authority.  The Façade Improvement Grant Program provides matching grant funds for property owners within the County to aesthetically enhance their properties to revitalize and strengthen business communities and encourage private investment throughout Fauquier County. 

The program is part of the Department’s initiatives designed to assist the County’s existing business community by encouraging businesses to restore, sustain, and improve commercial property.  The grant program provides up to $15,000 with a 1:1 match required. 

The applicant’s property must be in Fauquier County and zoned for commercial, industrial or office mixed use.  Mixed use properties must have a commercial component and be a taxable structure at least 15 years old.  In addition, applicants and property must be current on all Fauquier County taxes and fees.  

Interested parties should contact Lauren Perez at 540-422-8270 or lauren.perez@fauquiercounty.gov, for the complete grant guidelines and application.

The deadline for submission of the grant application is by COB on Friday, April 10, 2026.  Grantees will receive notification by April 30, following the approved by the Economic Development Authority at their meeting on April 28, 2026.  Funded projects must be completed within 12 months from award notification.