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The Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) is helping bring new energy and opportunity to downtown Ticonderoga through several transformative projects. Administered by the Town of Ticonderoga and by North Country Rural Development, this initiative includes the Small Projects Fund, which provides grants to local businesses and property owners for building improvements and renovations that strengthen the downtown district. The project also supports enhancements to the LaChute River Walk, creating a more welcoming and accessible space for residents and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the river.
Additional efforts include the creation of Adirondack Performing Arts, which will expand cultural and entertainment opportunities in the community, and the stabilization of 108 Montcalm Street, preserving an important downtown structure for future redevelopment. Together, these projects work to enhance the vibrancy, economic vitality, and long-term sustainability of downtown Ticonderoga.
VRP may also be a good fit for vacant second-floor or upper-floor residential spaces in mixed-use buildings. Many downtown and Main Street buildings have unused or underused upper floors that could be rehabilitated into safe, quality, long-term rental housing. Eligible projects may include vacant apartments or unused residential spaces above commercial storefronts, provided the units meet program requirements and can be brought into code-compliant, long-term rental use. Property owners with vacant upper-floor space in mixed-use buildings are encouraged to contact NRDC to discuss whether the project may be eligible.
NRDC/ECLB is collecting names for a pre-application waiting list only for potential future energy-efficiency improvements for small businesses, mixed-use buildings, and small rental properties in Warren, Washington, and Essex Counties.
Funding has not yet been secured, and submitting this form does not guarantee eligibility, approval, or an award.This waiting list is being used only to identify potential interest and contact property owners if funding becomes available in the future.
Interested property owners may complete the pre-application waiting list form here:
The New York Main Street (NYMS) program provides grants and technical assistance to local governments and nonprofits to revitalize historic downtowns, mixed-use districts, and village centers across the state.
What the Program Supports
NYMS funds support commercial and residential building improvements, such as:
Note: NYMS does not fund new construction or demolition.
Eligible Areas
Projects must be in a defined Main Street target area (usually 3 contiguous blocks) that:
NRDC currently has an active New York Main Street Program in Jay that is open for applications. Eligible property owners in the approved Jay target area may apply for funding assistance for qualifying building improvements, including façade renovations, commercial and residential interior upgrades, and related eligible improvements.
Property owners and applicants are encouraged to review the applicable Downtown Design Guidelines before planning improvements or submitting an application. The guidelines can be found below.
If you have any questions or need further information, please email office@northcountryruraldevelopment.org. Thank you!