BUSINESS START-UP GRANTS

Kick start your new business in a vacant City building with up to $30,000 in matched funding adelaidecitycouncil.com/businessgrants

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WHAT IS THE BUSINESS START-UP GRANTS PROGRAM? Adelaide City Council has initiated a Business Start-up Grant to encourage new small, innovative and diverse businesses to take up underutilised and vacant buildings in the City. We are looking for ideas that re-use empty or underutilised buildings for either: •

Ground floor activation

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Basement activation

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Upper storey activation

If you are looking to start a new business in an underutilised or empty building in the City, you can apply to Adelaide City Council for grant funding of up to $30,000 to cover up to 50% of the cost to improve the building and start your business.

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WHAT TYPES OF IMPROVEMENTS CAN I MAKE? Grants are available for building improvements. These can include: •

Costs associated with addressing the building code related requirements

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Improving accessibility for all users

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Internal fit-out

If you think you may be eligible, call us to discuss your ideas on 8203 7518. Business Start-up Grants are not available for: •

Improvements that have already commenced or completed prior to lodging the grant application

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Work covered by other Adelaide City Council incentive schemes or grant programs (you will need to apply separately)

WHEN CAN I APPLY? The 2015/16 Business Start-up Grants Program opens on Monday 2 November 2015, and closes Friday 11 December 2015. To apply visit adelaidecitycouncil.com/businessgrants.

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WHO CAN APPLY? Under the grant program, new businesses and commercial property owners looking to start a new business are eligible to apply for an Business Start-up Grant. We welcome property owners and new businesses to collaborate in putting forward an application. Consideration will be given to applications that best meet the program objectives. The program objectives include: •

New business that will add to the diversity of the street

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Enhance the appeal of the street

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Increase the footfall and patronage to the street

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Assist the street to feel safer and more welcoming

Properties owned or managed by Adelaide City Council or a State or Federal Government agency are not eligible for funding. Residential property owners are not eligible for funding. Businesses that are successful in receiving funding will be referred to Enterprise Adelaide for assistance with developing marketing plans, financial plans, and ongoing training and mentoring, as well as case management assistance. Successful applicants should also attend specific training and workshops that cover business planning, marketing, lead generation and customer service.

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WHAT IS THE APPLICATION PROCESS?

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Applications will open on Monday 2 November 2015 and close on Friday 11 December 2015.

Obtain two written quotes from licensed contractors for the proposed works.

Complete and submit the Business Start-up Grants application form with the required documentation (quotes for the work, business plan and photo of the existing building).

Applications received by Friday 11 December 2015 will be assessed. An on-site meeting may be required.

Note: You may need to contact the property owner to arrange access to the building.

Note: Council may contact you following receipt of your application to discuss the project or to request additional information.

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All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application in writing by 24 December 2015. Successful applicants will be advised that their application has been approved subject to obtaining all required approvals and permissions, including landlord’s consent (if applicable).

Approved works commence and must be completed within a six-month period (unless otherwise agreed).

Upon completion of the work, notify Council to arrange a site inspection.

Pay the contractors in full for the completed works and present proof of payment to Council. Council will then reimburse you for the works as specified in the approval letter.

Note: This is a competitive grant process. Applications are assessed against criteria and there is no guarantee you will be allocated a grant.

Note: You will be required to submit a Development Application

Adelaide City Council reserves the right to award grant funding at its discretion based on the merits of individual applications. If you require assistance completing a business plan or for more information please contact: Hari Argiro, Senior Advisor, Business Growth City Growth & Investment, Adelaide City Council Ph: 8203 7518 Email: [email protected] Online: adelaidecitycouncil.com/businessgrants Business Start-Up Grants

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BUSINESS START-UP GRANTS APPLICATION FORM Name: Business / Company Name: Phone: Email: Adddress of Premise / Business Location:

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The leaseholder

The building owner

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Postal Address (if different from above):

Short outline of your business proposal: (Please attach your detailed business plan or download and complete a Business Plan at adelaidecitycouncil.com/businessgrants)

Outline the proposed improvements to the premises:

Outline your skills and business experience (include yourself and your team)

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Estimated cost of the project: (Please attach two written quotes from licensed contractors for the proposed works)

Estimated timeframe to complete the works:

Any other comment in support of your application:

Have you attached: 2 Quotes Business Plan Image of the Building

The completed application form and supporting documentation can be submitted via: Email: [email protected] Post: Enterprise Adelaide Adelaide City Council GPO Box 2252 Adelaide SA 5001 Online: adelaidecitycouncil.com/businessgrants For more information contact: Hari Argiro, Senior Advisor, Business Growth City Growth & Investment, Adelaide City Council Ph: 8203 7518 Email: [email protected] Online: adelaidecitycouncil.com/businessgrants Council is committed to maintaining a culture that respects each individual’s right to privacy. Adelaide City Council will not disclose or share your information or any aspects of your application.

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