Program process

1. Preliminary review
  • Schedule preliminary review to discuss project with Economic Development & Planning (contact Economic Development to schedule)
  • Preliminary approval and funds temporarily reserved
2. Planning entitlement and building permit submittal
  • Planning entitlement(s) issued
  • Building permit(s) submitted
3. Fee credit application submittal
Submit application and all required forms to Economic Development

4. Fee estimate and fee credit approval
  • Fee estimate prepared
  • Eligible development impact fee credit amount determined
  • Fee credit approval attached to building permit record
  • Funds reserved for 24 months
5. Building permit issued
  • Building permit issuance date shall be no more than 24 months from preliminary approval, without prior approval of an extension
  • All fees paid, minus approved fee credits
6. Building permit final
Building permit shall be finalized no later than 24 months from fee credit approval. If not completed within 24 months, applicant shall be responsible for paying fee credits plus interest (equivalent to the City's pooled interest rate).



Application
 
PROJECT INFORMATION

 Project name:

  

  APN number:

  

  Project address:

  

  Specific Plan:

      Douglas-Harding      Douglas-Sunrise

 Project description:

  

 Planning entitlement number:

  

  Building permit number:

  

  Construction start and end dates (approximate):

  

  Overall project budget:

  

  Applicant's private investment amount towards the project (shall be a minimum of 25% of the overall project budget:

  

APPLICANT INFORMATION

 Applicant Name 

  

  Address

  

  Phone number

  

  Email

  

  Company name:

  

  City, State, Zip

  

  Application submittal requirements: 

1. Program Guidelines Evaluation

2. Fee estimate request (Commercial or Multi Family Residential)

PROGRAM GUIDELINES EVALUATION (Select all that apply)

1.    Project is located on an underutilized property which has not been developed to its maximum potential with a floor area ratio (FAR) of under 30%. Such properties may either include some developed area and some area that remains undeveloped or may be developed with a building and improvements that are not heavily used, such as large parking lots that typically have few parked cars.

Existing (FAR): 

Proposed (FAR):  

2.    For residential or mixed-use development, proposed number of residential units (minimum of 10 units required):  

3.    For commercial development, identify the use type. Uses shall be destination- or pedestrian-oriented commercial development. Such uses activate the community and encourage patrons to stay and enjoy other locations within the immediate area. Excluded uses include fuel stations and drive-thru restaurants:

 Destination-oriented      Pedestrian-oriented

      PROJECT COMPLIES WITH AT LEAST ONE OF THE PROGRAM GOALS:

 1.  Enhance economic vitality and encourage reinvestment by either:

  • Job Creation/Retention: Projects shall create or retain at least 5 full time equivalent (FTE) jobs paid at least 100% of the current County annual average wage (see U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for annual wage).
    Number of FTE: 
     
  • Sales Tax: The project is anticipated to generate at least $1 million in annual taxable sales. 
    Amount of taxable sales: 
     
  • Commercial Reinvestment and Redevelopment: Projects shall update, repair, improve, and redevelop existing buildings and underutilized sites. Projects shall improve a minimum of 25% of the property, which can include structures and site improvements.
    Percent of property to be improved: 
     
  • Significant reinvestment: Projects that are highly visible, include over 20,000 square feet of commercial, 50 residential units, 50 new jobs, and/or are over an acre of size are considered to be significant and will be given priority.
    Yes    No  

 2.  Promote mixed-use development and housing:

  • Mixed-Use Development: Projects that incorporate a mix of commercial and residential uses to create vibrant, walkable environments will be prioritized. Mixed use developments shall provide a density of a minimum of 25 housing units per acre and provide adequate square footage to support commercial uses that are neighborhood serving.
    Proposed density:  
    Proposed commercial square footage:  
     
  • Housing Opportunities: Projects should provide diverse housing options including multifamily and affordable housing development consistent with the specific plan, at densities of a minimum of 25 housing units per acre. Projects that provide a minimum of 20% of the units as affordable shall be prioritized.
    Proposed number of units: 
    Proposed number of affordable units:  
    Number of very low:  
    Number of low:  
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

By electronically signing and submitting this application, I certify under penalty of perjury that the information provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that the project for which I am applying meets the eligibility requirements set forth in this application package. I understand that the City’s acceptance of this application is for administrative review only and does not constitute an obligation to award a rebate or guarantee funding. I acknowledge that my electronic signature has the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature and legally binds me to the terms and conditions of this application and any related documents. If I am not the record owner of the property, I affirm that I have been duly authorized by the property owner to submit this application, to act as their agent, and to represent the owner on all matters related to this application, and I will provide proof of such authorization upon request. I consent to the City’s verification of the information provided, to inspections or requests for supporting documentation, and agree to comply with any post approval requirements, including repayment of funds if eligibility is later found to be false or misrepresented.

Applicant signature:



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