 Temporary Postponement of Tenant Evictions due to COVID-19
On March 31, 2020, the Riverside City Council adopted a resolution establishing a temporary 60-day moratorium on evictions due to nonpayment of residential and commercial rent for those whose income was directly and negatively impacted by COVID-19. This moratorium will be reviewed for termination or extension by the City Council on May 31, 2020. Learn more
Riverside County Public Health Officer orders public to stay home and cover face
In response to the rapidly rising number of COVID-19 cases, Riverside County Public Health Officer, Dr. Cameron Kaiser ordered that no gatherings of any number of people may take place outside of family members residing in the same home. Dr. Kaiser also ordered everyone to wear a face covering when leaving home, including essential workers. Face coverings can be bandanas, scarves, neck gaiters or other clothing that does not have visible holes. Residents should not purchase N95 or surgical masks, as these limited resources are needed for the healthcare community and first responders. Learn more
03/31/2020 City Council Extended Expiration Dates for City Issued Entitlements
City Council ratified the Order of the Director of Emergency Services to extend the expiration dates for those City issued entitlements and construction related permits that have an expiration date that falls within the Emergency Declaration, starting from March 13, 2020, to an undetermined end date, by an additional 6 months in light of the minimum staffing to slow down the spread of COVID-19. This Order to extend the expiration dates also minimizes potential economic impacts that may be incurred by the development and construction community. This Order shall not include parcel and tract map approvals subject to the Subdivision Map Act of the State of California.
On Friday, March 27, 2020, the President signed into law the CARES Act, which contains $376 billion in relief for American workers and small businesses. Riverside small businesses are facing an unprecedented economic disruption due to COVID-19.
Funding Options
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has several transitional funding programs. The CARES Act established several new temporary programs to address the COVID-19 outbreak.
Paycheck Protection Program
This loan program provides loan forgiveness for retaining employees by temporarily expanding the traditional SBA 7(a) loan program. Learn more
Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Loan Advance (EIDL)
Small business owners in all U.S. states, Washington D.C., and territories are eligible to apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan advance of up to $10,000. The SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan program provides small businesses with working capital loans of up to $2 million that can provide vital economic support to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing. Learn more
The loan advance will provide economic relief to businesses that are currently experiencing a temporary loss of revenue. This loan advance will not have to be repaid.
SBA Express Bridge Loans
Enables small businesses who currently have a business relationship with an SBA Express Lender to access up to $25,000 quickly. Learn more
SBA Debt Relief
The SBA is providing a financial reprieve to small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more
Our Collective Mission: Ensure the well-being of residents, employees, and visitors in the City of Riverside by limiting the spread of COVID-19. Stay Home, Maintain Your Space, Cover Your Face.
One Stop Shop Available Online
The One Stop Shop is still here to help!
Although City Hall is currently not open in order to comply with COVID-19 public safety requirements, the One Stop Shop service for plan resubmission and new projects continues to be available electronically.
Follow this link for ePlan Review!
For additional assistance, please reach out to our staff at CDDINFO@riversideca.gov or (951) 826-5800 for further information.
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