Walnut Street Bridge Construction Mitigation Grant
Mayor Tim Kelly is advancing the One Chattanooga priorities and investing in infrastructure important to Chattanoogans – such as the Walnut Street Bridge.
The City of Chattanooga’s Office of Economic Development is pleased to partner with Public Works and Parks and Outdoors to assist businesses impacted by the Walnut Street Bridge Renovation project.
The program provides financial assistance to businesses located within a quarter-mile of either end of the bridge. This grant is intended to help businesses that rely on foot traffic and tourism from the bridge manage challenges caused by construction.
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This mitigation map shows the location of eligible business. View the interactive map here.
Eligibility
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To qualify, eligible businesses must hold an active City of Chattanooga business license (if applicable) and provide a W-9.
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Active City of Chattanooga business license, where applicable
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Provide a W-9
Suggested Uses
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Grant recipients can use the funding in the following ways:
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Marketing efforts
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Reimburse parking
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Incentives for loyal customers, such as coupons or discounts
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Launch e-commerce sites
Application Form
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If your business meets all of the requirements above and is eligible on the mitigation map, please use the link below to apply for this grant:
Contacts
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To learn more, contact the Office of Economic Development at (423) 643-7353.
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Economic Development Coordinator, Small Businesses
Kimberly D. Narramore
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Director of Entrepreneurship
Winston Brooks
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Chattanooga Department of Public Works, Transportation Division, Sidewalk Permits Temporary Use Permits
If a business is interested in a temporary use permit to utilize the public sideway or right of way near their business, they may contact the Chattanooga Department of Transportation.
LaKerryn Douglas
Chattanooga Parking Authority, Meter Bagging
If a business is interested in the temporary use of parking meters adjacent to their storefronts, they should contact the Chattanooga Parking Authority.
Monica Hendersen