Fresh Grants

Opens Jan 7Raleigh, NC

Building Up-fit Grant

From City of Raleigh

Amount
No cap listedMatches up to 50% of qualified interior construction costs (enhanced in priority areas)
Deadline
Opens Jan 7Closes Jan 31, 2027
Where
Raleigh, NC
Match needed
Pays you back
Effort
MediumA form plus a few documents.
See details on raleighnc.gov (opens in a new tab)Remind me when it opens

The link goes to raleighnc.gov.

Owners/businesses activating vacant or underutilized commercial space in Raleigh for new business use or jobs. Opens Jan 7. Closes Jan 31, 2027

Who can apply

  • Owners/businesses activating vacant or underutilized commercial space in Raleigh for new business use or jobs
  • franchises and exterior work ineligible

Any industry

Can a small business win this?

Quarterly cycles. well suited to a small business moving into a vacant storefront.

Before you apply

Next cycle opens Jan 7, 2027. check the priority-area map because locations there get enhanced amounts.

Checked on raleighnc.gov, Oct 18 (opens in a new tab)

Report a problem

This is a summary. The official page has the final word.

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Common questions

How much is Building Up-fit Grant?

No single dollar cap is listed. The page says: Matches up to 50% of qualified interior construction costs (enhanced in priority areas).

When can I apply for Building Up-fit Grant?

Applications are not open yet. The page lists an open date of 2027-01-07.

Who can apply for Building Up-fit Grant?

Owners/businesses activating vacant or underutilized commercial space in Raleigh for new business use or jobs. franchises and exterior work ineligible.

Does Building Up-fit Grant require matching funds?

Yes. You need to put in some of your own money or another match.

Where was Building Up-fit Grant checked?

Checked on 2026-10-18 at https://raleighnc.gov/grants-funding-and-relief/services/building-fit-grant. The official page wins if we disagree.

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