- 5-year impact fee financing, through the City of Visalia, secured by a lien against real property. An initial payment of 20% shall be due and payable at building occupancy. The remaining balance will be paid over 5 annual installments, collected on the property tax roll.
- 10-year sewer impact fee deferral program
is available for private companies with a permitted wastewater discharge capacity in excess of 500,000 gallons per day. The first installment of ten (10) percent shall be due prior to occupancy, and the balance shall be paid in nine (9) equal annual installments thereafter. No interest shall accrue during the first five (5) years.
- No local utility user tax
– unlike most cities in California, the City of Visalia does not charge any local utility user taxes potentially generating substantial savings. Here is an example that illustrates savings possible for a large milk processing facility (annual estimate compared to a utility tax rate of 6%):
Electricity: $396,000
CATV/Internet: $2,000
Water: $42,079
- Fast Track- Expediting business: The Visalia way with weekly site plan review, bi-monthly planning commission, fast-track service, and permitting service.
- Hiring/training- Visalia offers several programs designed to help you recruit, hire, train and develop your employees.
Questions about these or any mentioned, contact:
Visalia Economic Development
Devon Jones
devon.jones@visalia.city
559-713-4190