The White Box Grant Application is currently closed.

The White Box Grant Program is designed to incentivize property owners to bring vacant first-floor commercial spaces up to current codes to create a functional "white box" space ready for customization and occupancy by a business.

The grant reimburses a portion of the eligible interior renovation expenses required to meet current state building code, fire safety code, and accessibility requirements, as demonstrated by stamped architectural or engineering drawings.

The program is part of the City’s Vibrancy Initiative, which is designed to enhance the city’s vitality by supporting revitalization efforts that create jobs, reduce blight, and preserve and improve structures in our community.

The City partners with business development organizations to provide application and project support to applicants at no-cost.

Note: a building is not eligible to receive both a Façade Improvement Grant and a White Box Grant in the same year.

Questions?

Please email your questions to vibrancy@toledo.oh.gov