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County of Humboldt · County program

Waives penalty fees; customary permit fees still apply

Humboldt County temporarily waived penalty fees for certain construction permits through its Safe Home Program. It did not provide cash for home hardening, but it reduced permit penalties for homeowners legalizing construction from late 2022 through the end of 2027.

Opens: December 31, 2022
Closes: December 31, 2027
Last verified: August 18, 2026
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Program details

How it works

The County of Humboldt’s Safe Home Program waives penalty fees associated with construction permits for a limited time. The county says the program runs from December 31, 2022 through December 31, 2027.

What the money covers

The program covers penalty fees only. The county specifically says customary permit fees still apply.

Amounts and matching

The official page excerpt does not provide a dollar cap. The benefit is the waiver of penalty fees, not a cash grant or rebate.

How to apply

The program is tied to construction permits handled by the county Planning and Building Department and the Division of Environmental Health. The page excerpt does not show a separate application form or online portal in the text available here.

Timing and deadlines

The county says the fee waiver applies between December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2027.

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