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THE DEVELOPMENT DIGEST
MAY 2018
Welcome to The Development Digest, a monthly guide delivering the latest news from Fremont's Community Development Department.
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IRVINGTON BART COMMUNITY MEETING
We need your input! The City of Fremont and BART would like your feedback on design options for the new Irvington BART Station. Join us for our second Community Meeting on Wednesday, May 23 at 7 p.m. at the Fremont Main Library (Fukaya Room). To learn more about the project, please visit our Irvington BART webpage.
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DOWNTOWN FREMONT UPDATE
Last month, the Fremont City Council granted final approvals for Phase 1 of the Civic Center Project, which will include an approximately 13,400-square-foot community center and a one-acre civic plaza that will serve as the City's primary destination for community activities and will help drive economic development and social vitality in Downtown. The construction of Phase 1 is anticipated to begin in late 2019. In the interim, the Town Fair Temporary Plaza will activate the vacant lot this summer as a way to contribute towards an active and vibrant Downtown for our community. This placemaking activation will include daily activities including food trucks, outdoor games, public art, music, a beer garden, a maker space, and regularly scheduled community events. These pilot concepts can later be integrated into the permanent plaza.
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TRAINING FOR PROPERTY OWNERS & MANAGERS
If you are a property owner or property manager in Fremont, we invite you to attend our two-day Informational Training to learn about new landlord and tenant law, fair housing law, marijuana law, and more.
Tuesday, May 22 & Wednesday, May 23
8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
City of Fremont Development Services Center
Niles Conference Room
39550 Liberty Street, Fremont
The cost is $25 for both days and includes training, certification, and light refreshments. Reserve your spot online or call 510-537-0340. Sponsored by City of Fremont and Rental Housing Association of Southern Alameda County. For more information, please view our flyer.
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NEW PLAN CHECK MANAGER
Meet Raymond Cheng, our new Plan Check Manager. Raymond is a licensed architect and has 21 years of experience working with the City of Fremont. Raymond has been responsible for conducting plan review on several difficult construction project designs. In his new role, he will manage the plan review section of the City's Building and Safety Division; make complex determinations on fire and building code plan reviews; and ensure compliance with local policies, procedure, and ordinances. Raymond looks forward to working with applicants and staff in his new role. Congratulations, Raymond!
For more information on the City's plan checking process, please visit our Plans and Permits webpage.
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BIKE TO WORK DAY IS MAY 10
Thursday, May 10 marks the Bay Area’s 24th Bike to Work Day, an annual celebration to encourage bicycling as a healthy and enjoyable form of transportation to work. So, if you live close to your workplace, this would be the perfect day to bike to work! Eight Energizer Stations will be located throughout Fremont and will be providing bicyclists with free refreshments, snacks, and Bike to Work Day bags. If you need a bike repair, stop by the City of Fremont Energizer Station at Fremont BART for a free tune-up courtesy of REI. To learn more, check out our Bike to Work Day webpage.
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HOT TOPICS FOR HOMEOWNERS:
MAY IS BUILDING SAFETY MONTH
Our Permit Center team is ready to celebrate Building Safety Month! We will be offering helpful handouts based on the month's weekly themes, as well as treats and goodies to everyone who visits. To get started, check out some of the themes and helpful information below.
Week 1: Partnering with Code Officials to Build Stronger, Safer Communities
Whether you are going through a minor remodeling job or major construction, our Building and Safety professionals want your project to be a success. We want to help avoid potential problems that could put you at risk and cost you time and money. We also want to keep our community safe. Learn more about our Building and Safety Division.
Week 2: Advancing Resilient Communities through Science & Technology
Safe, efficient, and resilient homes start with regularly updated and properly implemented building codes. So, no matter what the project, our Building team will help you make sure it is based on the codes and standards that put safety and efficiency first.
Week 3: Protecting Communities from Disasters
Prepare your family and your home for an earthquake by reading the following handouts:
And for fun with the kids, fill out the Building Safety Activity Book so you and your child can learn what to do to make sure your family is always safe, aware, and prepared. When you finish the book, your child will earn the title of Junior Code Official!
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