Municipal Restoration Zone Forms and Documents
The following forms and documents are available in PDF format. If you have any questions, e-mail
Kelly Trevino at the City of Fresno Downtown and Community Revitalization Department or call (559) 621-8426.
Summary of MRZ Benefits
This program allows qualified new or expanding businesses within the MRZ boundaries to obtain refunds of certain fees, reductions of building permit fees, and refunds of sales and/or property taxes.
MRZ Boundary MapThe MRZ contains all properties within the City Limits south of McKinley Avenue and west of Peach Avenue.
FY 2007 Application to Determine EligibilityFY 2008 Application to Determine EligibilityFY 2009 Application to Determine EligibilityOnce a Qualifying Event has taken place, a New or Expanding Business must fill out an application to determine Eligibility.
FY 2007 MRZ Hiring VoucherFY 2008 MRZ Hiring VoucherFY 2009 MRZ Hiring VoucherEach New or Expanding Business must fill out a hiring voucher for each new employee living within the MRZ boundaries.
FY 2007 MRZ Request for PaymentFY 2008 MRZ Request for Payment
FY 2009 MRZ Request for PaymentDuring the Filing Period, October 1 through June 1, a qualified business must fill out a Request for Payment form in order to receive the refunds and/or credits they are entitled to.
Participant Checklist
Once you have been certified as an Eligible New or Expanding Business, you will need documentation to apply for the specific benefits. Keep track with this checklist.
Municipal Restoration Zone PolicyThis policy establishes the initial boundaries of the MRZ and the basic conditions or guidelines under which the incentives will be available.
Frequently Asked QuestionsIf you have questions, we have answers. We hope you find them helpful and informative.
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Downtown and Community Revitalization Department
2600 Fresno Street, Room 2156-02
Fresno, CA 93721
Phone: (559) 621-8350