The Fort Bragg City Council has approved a new First-Year Fee Waiver Program to support small businesses and revitalize downtown. - Qualifying independently owned businesses with 10 or fewer employees can receive waivers for select first-year fees, including Business License and Minor Use Permit fees.
- The total potential waiver is approximately $3,000 per business, with an annual program cap of $25,000. - The program prioritizes downtown and long-term vacant commercial properties, and is part of the city's broader BEAR Strategy.
This initiative aims to reduce upfront costs and encourage entrepreneurship while maintaining all safety and regulatory standards.