Northern Kentucky Port Authority Seeks State Funds for Covington Building Renovations
The Northern Kentucky Port Authority is seeking state grant funding from the Kentucky Product Development Initiative to help with renovations at the former Duro Bag building and C&O Roundhouse in Covington. The grant money, if awarded, could fund eligible work…
Cincinnati, OH, August 19, 2026 —
The Northern Kentucky Port Authority has applied for state grant funding to support significant renovations at two key properties in Covington: the former Duro Bag building and the C&O Roundhouse.
The authority is seeking funds through the Kentucky Product Development Initiative. If the grant is awarded, the money would be allocated to eligible renovation activities at the two sites. These activities could include essential work such as asbestos abatement and necessary structural repairs.
The primary goal of these potential renovations is to enhance the attractiveness of the properties for future economic development. The former Duro Bag building and the C&O Roundhouse are identified as prime locations for redevelopment efforts within Covington.
Details regarding the specific amount of grant funding being sought were not provided. Additionally, the timeline for the grant application review and a decision on the award has not been specified.
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