Program Contact
Program Contact: City of Urbandale – Economic Development
Contact: Aaron DeJong, Economic Development
Email: adejong@urbandale.org
Phone: 515.251.1644
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Downtown Urbandale Reinvestment Assistance
The most sustainable building is the one that already exists—we’re here to help you reinvest in it.
The City of Urbandale offers targeted assistance to help downtown property owners and businesses reinvest in existing buildings and sites. By supporting reinvestment and thoughtful redevelopment, the City aims to strengthen local businesses, extend the life of existing infrastructure, and build a more vibrant, resilient downtown for the community.
Get reimbursed for fixing storm water problems—Urbandale’s grant program helps cover the cost of eligible improvements.
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up to $30,000 in grants available per project
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We'll pay up to 50% of qualifying expenses
30,000
Up to $30,000 grants are available per project
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We'll pay up to 50% of qualifying expenses
How the program works
Using funds made available through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the City partners directly with property owners to develop customized assistance packages. Economic Development staff work one-on-one with applicants to identify barriers to reinvestment—such as aging building systems, site limitations, or infrastructure needs—and help move projects forward.
All assistance packages are subject to City Council approval and are designed to align with the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
Eligible area
Downtown Urbandale generally includes the area bounded by the city’s eastern municipal boundary, 72nd Street, Airline Avenue, and Roseland Drive.
Types of assistance
Assistance may support:\n- Building and system upgrades\n- Commercial façade improvements\n- Property preparation for reuse or redevelopment\n- Land assemblage efforts\n- Public infrastructure improvements\n- Mixed-use development projects
Why this matters
Reinvesting in existing buildings reduces construction waste, preserves embedded energy, and makes better use of existing infrastructure—supporting both economic vitality and environmental sustainability.
The most sustainable building is the one that already exists—we’re here to help you reinvest in it.
Is this right for my business or property?
This may be a good fit if you:
- Own commercial property in downtown Urbandale
- Are planning renovations, upgrades, or redevelopment
- Want to extend the life and performance of an existing building
- Face financial or infrastructure barriers to reinvestment
- Are interested in long-term economic and environmental value
The City will reimburse 50 percent of the qualifying project costs, up to a maximum set for each type of project. This is an opportunity to invest in your property while reducing out-of-pocket costs. Note: The program does not fund interior repairs, aesthetic upgrades, sump pump work, or decorative landscaping.
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Program Contact
Program Contact: City of Urbandale – Economic Development
Contact: Aaron DeJong, Economic Development
Email: adejong@urbandale.org
Phone: 515.251.1644