Fort Bragg Doubles Down on Downtown Revitalization with Fee Waiver Program

The Fort Bragg City Council approved a new fee waiver program to support small businesses by reducing startup costs. - Qualifying businesses with 10 or fewer employees can receive waivers for first-year fees including business license, sign permit, and zoning clearance.

- The total potential waiver is up to $3,000 per business, with an annual program cap of $25,000. - Priority is given to downtown and long-term vacant commercial properties.

- The program complements existing economic development efforts and will be available starting this summer. This initiative aims to remove financial barriers for entrepreneurs while maintaining regulatory oversight.