Community feedback has made it clear - you want Council to encourage building owners to care for their buildings. Many heritage facades in the city centre need repainting to restore their character and enhance the overall look and feel of the area.

City centre paint funding

We're offering incentive funding to help building owners cover part of the cost of painting street-facing exteriors of heritage buildings.

This is a trial fund, available for 12 months or until the $50,000 allocation is fully committed. Applications will be considered on a first in, first served basis.

Priority will be given to buildings within the designated 'focus block', to maximise the visual impact of facade enhancements. Buildings outside the focus area may also be considered.

The map below shows the city centre area and the focus block.

Apply now

Funding applications close 1 October 2026, or while funding lasts.