1. (1) the applicant has, or demonstrates that it can acquire, the capacity and expertise to undertake the proposed urban initiatives project;
2. (2) the neighborhood to be served is in need of revitalization; and

3. (3) the proposed project will contribute significantly toward the revitalization and general renewal of the neighborhood.

   (c) Selection process.

4. (1) Applications must be completed in full. Incomplete applications will be returned and will not be considered in the funding cycle.
5. (2) Each application submitted in response to requests for proposals will be reviewed to determine compliance with the eligibility provisions of these rules and regulations.
6. (3) Each application that satisfies the eligibility provisions of these rules and regulations will be evaluated and ranked.

(a) Request for proposals.

As funds are made available for the purposes of this program, the division may publish, or cause to be published, in the State Registerrequests for proposals and invite the submission of applications.

(b) Urban Initiatives Program packet.

An Urban Initiatives Program packet may be obtained from the regional offices of the division. Applicants shall complete such forms as the division may prescribe, and provide such additional information as the division may require, to enable the commissioner to make a determination that: