Establishment of a First-Year Fee Waiver Program for new businesses

Summary

The City Council of Fort Bragg authorizes a First-Year Fee Waiver Program to support new business formation and entrepreneurship, waiving select City-imposed administrative fees during a business's first year of operation. The program aims to reduce early-stage financial barriers for new businesses while maintaining all zoning, building, fire, health, and safety requirements. The program is subject to an annual aggregate cap and will be administered by the City Manager or designee.

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Subject

Establishment of a First-Year Fee Waiver Program for new businesses

Summary

The City Council of Fort Bragg authorizes a First-Year Fee Waiver Program to support new business formation and entrepreneurship, waiving select City-imposed administrative fees during a business's first year of operation. The program aims to reduce early-stage financial barriers for new businesses while maintaining all zoning, building, fire, health, and safety requirements. The program is subject to an annual aggregate cap and will be administered by the City Manager or designee.

Vote Detail

Passed by the City Council of the City of Fort Bragg

Vote Result

passed

Adopting Body

City Council of the City of Fort Bragg

Adoption Date

2026-02-09