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HOW TO APPLY
FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Welcome to the Rural Resilience Project’s Technical Assistance Program

Our program is designed to support cultivators in transitioning from a provisional to an annual license and provide resources on water conservation and sustainable cultivation practices. Here’s everything you need to know to get started with your application.

Application Process

Step 1: Review Eligibility

Before applying, ensure you meet our program’s eligibility requirements:

Step 2: Prepare Your Documents

To streamline your application, gather the following documents before filling out the form. These documents help us assess your needs and tailor our support effectively.


Required

  • Property/Premises Diagram and/or Site Map 


Optional

  • ​​Mendocino County LEEP Eligibility Certification Approval

  • CEQA Biological Assessment Report 

  • Sensitive Species Habitat Review - Project Referral Comments

  • Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement 

Step 3: Complete the Application Form

Fill out our Technical Assistance Program Application Form. Provide detailed information about your cultivator site, project goals, and any barriers you’re facing transitioning to an annual license. This information helps us evaluate your application and determine the most appropriate support.

Step 4: Submit Your Application

After submitting the form, you’ll receive an email confirmation. Our team will begin to review intake applications in January 2025. 

Next Steps

Once your application is reviewed, eligible applicants will be contacted by our team to begin the support process, which may include:

  • Providing additional information to finalize the eligibility process. 

  • Technical assessments, field visits, or consultations.

  • Development of compliance documents, such as biological assessments, water management or erosion control plans.

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Ready To Apply?

Complete your intake application below and a member of the team will be in touch with next steps. 

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