Central Coast Council’s Façade Improvement Support Program is back for 2025-26, offering matched funding of up to $5,000 for eligible businesses and commercial property owners to enhance the appearance and accessibility of their shopfronts.
The initiative supports properties in the town centres of Gosford, Terrigal, The Entrance, Toukley, Woy Woy and Wyong, and opens for applications on Monday, September 1.
Central Coast Council Director Community and Recreation Services, Melanie Smith, said the program, now in its fourth year, continues to deliver practical support for local property owners and business operators.
“The Façade Improvement Support Program is a great opportunity for business and property owners to give their buildings a fresh new look or improve access for everyone,” she said.
“Whether it’s a new coat of paint, better signage or an accessibility upgrade, small changes like these can improve the visual appeal and function of town centres, supporting local businesses and helping to attract more foot traffic.”
Mayor Lawrie McKinna said the Façade Improvement Support Program was helping create more vibrant, welcoming town centres across the Coast.
“This initiative helps build long-term economic resilience and vibrancy across the region,” he said.
“By encouraging improvements that make our town centres more attractive and inclusive, we’re helping foster local pride and create places people want to spend time in.”
Funded from Council’s operational budget, the program provides dollar-for-dollar matched grants of up to $5,000 (ex GST) per property.
A total of $150,000 (ex GST) is available in the 2025-26 round.
Applications close at midnight on Tuesday, September 30.
For full details, including funding guidelines, eligibility and how to register for the online information session, visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au and search ‘Façade Improvement Support Program’.
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