Storefront Upfit Grant Interest Form

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To begin the process of obtaining a lease and/or starting the process of applying for the Storefront Upfit Grant, please complete this short questionnaire. DRA staff will promptly follow up for more information and to schedule a meeting as appropriate. A more thorough application will be required later in the process.

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Contact Information

Point of Contact First Name (*)

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Point of Contact Last Name (*)

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Role of Person Completing Form (owner/manager/officer) (*)

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Point of Contact Email Address (*)

Please provide a valid email address

Point of Contact Direct Phone Number (*)

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Business Details

Business Name (*)

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Business Tax ID (*)

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Business Website

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Business Social Media Handle

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Is this an existing business or a new business concept? (*) (select below) New Business Existing Business

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Existing Businesses

If existing, how long have you been in business and where do you currently operate (brick and mortar, online, Farmer's Market, pop-up markets, etc.)

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Concept

Describe your business and storefront concept? (*)

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Product and Service Offering

What type of products and services or categories of products and services will be sold? (*)
Who are your keystone vendors? (*)

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Target Market

Who is your target market? (*)

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Space

Have you already committed to a location in Downtown Raleigh? (*) (select below) Yes No

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If yes, what is the address?

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If you do not have a space committed, what are you looking for in a space or location?
What are your needs?
What is the desired square footage (this can be a range)?

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Limitations or Obstacles

Are there any limitations, concerns, or obstacles? This may include staffing limitations, merchandising needs, etc. (*)

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Timeline and Commitment

If you have already signed a lease, how long is your lease term? If you have not already signed a lease, what is the desired length of time for a lease? When is the ideal launch date for opening? (*)

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Hours of Operation

What are your planned days and hours of operation? (*)

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