The Downtown Monroe Handbook is a great resource for people living, working or investing in downtown. We have taken information that is spread out amongst many ordinances, websites, brochures, etc. and combined them into one easy to use document that helps make life easier in downtown. Electronic copies are available for download below and a hard copy is available by contacting the DDA office.
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* The information included in this handbook
is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed .
Section Download
  • Quick Reference Contact List
  • City of Monroe Information and Demographics
  • Major Organizations in the Area
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  • Monroe Downtown Development Authority
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  • Parking
    • Downtown Monroe Parking Permit
    • Ticket Costs
    • Parking Ticket Validation Program
    • Bicycles
  • City Services and Operations
    • The City of Monroe Action Line
    • Refuse and Debris Collection, Regulations and Schedule
    • Downtown Maintenance
      • Street Sweeping
      • Snow Removal
      • Blight
      • Private Property Maintenance
      • Public Property Maintenance
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  • Businesses
    • Start-Up Considerations
    • Local Contracts for Business Approvals and Registrations
    • Incentives
    • Resources
    • Regulations
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  • Zoning Code Regulations and Ordinances (Activities and Renovation)
    • Signage
    • Sidewalk Cafes
    • Sidewalk Sales
    • Street Banners
    • Special Land Use
    • Site Plan review
    • Certificate of Occupancy for New Construction and Renovation Projects
    • Boards and Commissions Involved in the Review Process
  • Financial Incentives and Resources for Renovation
  • Condominium Designation Process
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  • Special Events
    • Facilities and Application Process
    • Information Resources
    • Calendar