The Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program Round XI (FY 2020-21) Grant Application Cycle “Round XI Timeline for Participation and Grant Application” Presentation January 2020
Round XI Timeline for Participation and Grant Application This graphic is located on our website and found in the “Courthouse Grant Application Guide for the Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program, 2020- 21”
Round XI Timeline for Participation and Grant Application FEBRUARY 1, 2020 Deadline for Submitting Draft Documents for THC review • Courthouse Preservation Master Plans; • 95% complete Construction Documents for staff review and comment; and • Updates to existing & approved Preservation Master Plans; • Revisions for approved 95% complete Construction Documents
Round XI Timeline for Participation and Grant Application An approved Preservation Master Plan is a pre- requisite for application! Why does the THC require a Master Plan? A Master Plan helps county representatives to: • Document courthouse history • Evaluate current condition of the courthouse • Set priorities for preservation, planning and maintenance visit www.thc.texas.gov Go to the Courthouse Program page and click “How to Participate” in the sidebar.
Round XI Timeline for Participation and Grant Application “95% Complete” Plans and Specifications are the Construction Documents and/ or Bid Documents) that can be used to undertake a construction project. The availability of the 95% complete construction documents creates a project that is nearly “Shovel - Ready” for FY 2021 We recommend working with THC early in the planning process. If developed through a planning grant, the process requires submittals for schematic design (35%) and design development (60%) reviews.
Round XI Timeline for Participation and Grant Application Applicants in past grant cycles are advised to update previously approved plans and specifications or master plans if the scope or programming of the project has changed, or the condition of the building or recommendations outlined in the preservation master plan have changed. February 1 deadline is a required submittal for THC’s initial review of the DRAFT Master plans and/or “95% complete” construction documents not previously approved.
Round XI Timeline for Participation and Grant Application MARCH 1, 2020 Last opportunity to submit FINAL versions of: 1) Preservation Master Plan to obtain approval to participate; or 2) 95% Complete Construction Documents to obtain approval for an additional 10 points These final drafts must taken into account ALL previous THC comments
Round XI Timeline for Participation and Grant Application April 1, 2020 Letter and email will be sent notifying potential applicants whether the FINAL draft of Preservation Master Plan was approved by the THC for program eligibility or the FINAL draft plans and specification are approved. APPROVED!
Round XI Timeline for Participation and Grant Application Mail sent via USPS could take longer to arrive, TUESDAY as it is routed to the Capitol Complex. Note that April 21 is San Jacinto Day, our office April 21, 2020 will be open but the USPS deliveries will be delayed. All Required Grant Application Materials must be received by 5:00 PM Physical Address for Address for U.S. Postal Overnight Delivery by Service Mail: FedEx or Parcel Service: Texas Historical Commission Texas Historical Commission THCPP Grant Application THCPP Grant Application P.O. Box 12276 108 W. 16 th Street, upstairs Austin, TX 78711-2276 Austin, TX 78701
Round XI Timeline for Participation and Grant Application In late JUNE, a meeting of the Architecture Committee will be held to review and discuss grant applications. Public testimony will be taken. • The date, time and location of the meeting will be posted on in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act • Applicants may use the opportunity to speak and provide additional information in support of their application. • Applicants are not required to attend or present.
Round XI Timeline for Participation and Grant Application THC anticipates Round XI grant awards to be considered and approved at its July 30-31 2020 Quarterly Commission meeting, held in Big Spring. • Applicants may attend the meeting and generally there is an opportunity for public testimony. • Applicants are not required to attend the meeting or provide testimony.
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More Information More information can be found on our website: www.thc.texas.gov. go to “Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation” page and click on “Round XI Grant Cycle”
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