Demolition Program

Do you have a dilapidated building and live in Swift County? You’ve come to the right place!

The Swift County Demolition Program provides matching funds to property owners who already have committed municipality funds to utilize towards their demolition project. The Swift County HRA is an advocate for neighborhood initiatives across Swift County. The Swift County Demo Program was established to reenergize county neighborhoods through blight elimination while enhancing the health, safety, and general welfare of the community.

Funding/Property Type: Property owners are required to obtain funds from the township or city for their demolition project. The Swift County Demo Program will match these committed funds.

Bids: Property owners are expected to obtain 2 competitive bids. Documentation is required if this is not possible.

Must provide the following to the HRA:

Photo of the property/building
Copy of cancelled check to contractor
Copy of check from City or Township for matching funds
Copy of most recent real estate tax statement
Copy of bids received
Copy of invoice from contractor

Demo Program Form

Property Types

Single Family Residential

County will pay 75% if the difference between total demo costs and township/city grant, not to exceed $2,500. County match not to exceed township/ city grant.

Commercial Structures

Property owner is responsible for at least 50%, if not more. County will split up to 50% with township/city with a $7,500 maximum.
Reuse must fit within local zoning ordinance, county comprehensive plan, or redevelopment efforts.

Municipal-Owned (Tax Forfeiture/ Court-Ordered) Residential Properties:

County will match up to 50%, not to exceed $2,500

Dilapidated Ancillary Buildings:

Property owner is responsible for at least 50%, if not more. County will split up to 50% with municipality with a $500 maximum

Special Projects:

Consideration given to special projects based on revitalization criteria, reinvestment, job creation, and overall economic impact. Match, including in-kind match, requirements are determined on a case-by-case basis. In-kind funds must be approved by municipality.