In order to fully execute a BHCIP Program Funding Agreement (PFA), how do we proceed when the awarded project only pertains to a portion of the existing property/structure in place?
BHCIP PFAs require execution of a Declaration of Restrictions (DoR) and Performance Deed of Trust (PDoT) before a sponsor can begin to draw down awarded grant funds. The DoR and PDoT will encumber the entire property where the BHCIP project is located. The following options may be considered by sponsors in instances when the sponsor […]
Is my project required to conform with CEQA guidelines, or is it exempt?
Applicants should consult with their legal counsel and applicable local agencies regarding the California Welfare and Institutions Code section 5960.3(a)(b)(c). DHCS is not responsible for determining whether an awardee qualifies for CEQA exemption. As per the program funding agreement (contract), the applicant will be responsible for providing copies of all appropriate building permits and/or notice […]
Form 5: Applicant’s Certification of Prevailing Wage states that the applicant must be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations. What registration is required?
In order for a general construction company to bid the project, the general contractor must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). Upon execution of the grant program funding agreement, sponsors must register their project with the DIR. Each sponsor must register their own project, separate from the contractor registration. https://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/Contractor-Registration.html
We have a project that includes multiple facility types. Do we need to submit an application for each facility type?
Applications are based on the address of the project. If you have a project with multiple facility types at the same address, then only one application is needed. If the facility types are at different addresses, you will need to submit a separate application for each facility type at each unique address.
We have a campus with multiple APNs. Do we have to submit multiple applications?
The number of applications needed is based on the address of the project. If a campus has multiple APNs for the same address, then only one application is needed.
If I have more than one project at different locations, can I submit one application or do I have to submit separate applications?
One application must be submitted for each project address. Applications are based on the address of the project. If a project has two different addresses, then two separate applications must be submitted–one for each address.
