Empowering Chinatown's Future Through Community Investment
About
The Inspiring Spring Mountain: Corridor Improvement Grant Program is a signature initiative of the Clark County Redevelopment Agency (RDA). The program provides financial support to empower property owners, tenants, and community partners in Las Vegas Chinatown to make visible, lasting improvements that strengthen the area’s role as a regional cultural destination.
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The program supports projects that improve safety, lighting, circulation, and mobility, enhance storefronts and public-facing spaces, support small and legacy businesses, and advance the goals of the Inspiring Spring Mountain Redevelopment Plan.
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This program is funded by the Clark County Redevelopment Agency, with a total of $750,000 allocated.
Project Eligibility
Grant funds may be used for the following on-property and adjacent exterior enhancements. All projects must benefit the local community by revitalizing the corridor, supporting small business growth, and enhancing the area’s cultural identity.
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Facade & Storefront Enhancements
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Exterior painting, cladding, or restoration of architectural details
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Window and door replacement (energy-efficient, ADA-compliant)
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New or rehabilitated signage (bilingual signage strongly encouraged)
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Architectural and accent lighting for facades
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Canopies, awnings, or outdoor shade structures
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Decorative landscaping and planters visible to the public realm
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Power washing and exterior cleaning of storefronts
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Safety, Lighting & Circulation Improvements
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Exterior security cameras, NVR systems, and protective housings (must be registered with LVMPD)
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Upgraded exterior lighting (LED, pedestrian-scale, or decorative lanterns)
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Locks, gates, and other CPTED-compliant safety measures
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Removal of roll-down shutters and replacement with transparent or CPTED-approved alternatives
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Traffic circulation enhancements (signage, striping, wayfinding)
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Relocation or screening of dumpsters and waste management areas
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Placemaking & Public Art
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Permanent sculptures and cultural monuments
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Culturally significant murals (with protective anti-graffiti coatings)
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Decorative lanterns, light installations, or festival infrastructure
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Small plazas, pocket parks, or gathering spaces on private land with public visibility