Archives: FAQs

Can I build an ADU on the side of my house or in the front yard?

Attached ADU – An attached ADU can be built on any side of the house, but all required setbacks apply. Detached ADU – A detached ADU is generally constructed behind the primary residence, however due to existing conditions and site constraints, they may be permitted in other areas provided all development standards are met.

What is a Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU)?

A JADU is a residential dwelling unit that is no more than 500 square feet in area, contained entirely within a proposed or existing single-family dwelling or attached garage, and can have bath/sanitation facilities that are either separate or shared with the existing single-family dwelling.

What is an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)?

An Accessory Dwelling Unit or ADU is an attached or detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons, is located on a parcel in conjunction with a proposed or existing principal residence and includes permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation. An ADU may also include … Continued

Certifications

Business Owner will certify to the following: Applicant has the authority to apply for this grant on behalf of the business described herein. Business Owner agrees to submit post-expense reports via an online portal, as soon as possible after expenditure of all grant funds, but no later than 6 months after receipt of the grant. … Continued

Business Resources and Technical Support

The City encourages all businesses to connect with the Orange County Inland Empire Small Business Development Center (OCIE SBDC) for additional business resources and support. The OCIE SBDC offers business consulting, training, and online courses to entrepreneurs and business owners at no cost. OCIE SBDC Website: ociesmallbusiness.org OCIE SBDC Phone Number: (800) 616-7232

Grant Application and Reporting Assistance

Business owners who need assistance in completing the application are encouraged to contact the City of Santa Ana’s Economic Development: Economic Development Email: econdev@santa-ana.org Business Resource Hotline: (714) 647-5477

Disbursement of Funds

Funds will be disbursed to eligible approved applicants after the close of the application period with Priority 1 applicants receiving the first round of funding. This will be followed by additional rounds to fund businesses in priority order until funds are exhausted. Grant recipients will receive the approved funding in one disbursement via and Electronic … Continued

Grant Administration

The City of Santa Ana’s Economic Development Division will administer the grant program. The City will accept, review, approve applications, and issue grant payments.

Grant Application Period

The grant application will be available from June 15 through August 15. A second application period may open if funds are remaining after all approved applications are funded.

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