Relief Funding Now Available for Fire-Affected Altadena Businesses
If you’re a small business owner in Altadena and your storefront was impacted by recent wildfires, critical support is now available to help you rebuild, retain employees, and recover faster.
The Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) has introduced the Altadena Small Business Loan Program, offering up to $75,000 in working capital to help eligible businesses bounce back from disaster-related losses.
As an architecture firm rooted in Southern California communities, YDS Architects is proud to support local business recovery by guiding clients through zoning, rebuilding, and compliance. This program is a powerful opportunity to not only recover — but to rethink and strengthen your physical space.
Who Qualifies for the Altadena Small Business Loan?
This initiative is open to businesses that:
- Operate a public-facing storefront in unincorporated Altadena
- Are located in ZIP codes 91001 or 91004
- Have been in business for at least six months
- Fall into sectors such as restaurants, retail shops, salons, barbershops, fitness centers, or spas
- Have been impacted by recent fires (including those who already received FEMA aid)
📍 Yes — FEMA recipients can still apply.
What Are the Loan Terms?
- 💰 Loan amount: Up to $75,000
- 📅 Term length: Up to 15 years
- 📤 Direct disbursement to approved applicants
- 🕐 Application deadline: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM
- 🚨 First-come, first-served
🎯 Apply here: altadenabizrelief.lacda.org
📞 For help: Call 626-586-1760
Upcoming Info Session — May 13
To help business owners navigate the application process, LACDA will host a free virtual webinar:
📆 Tuesday, May 13, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
This session will cover program guidelines, paperwork requirements, and timelines.
Why YDS Architects Is Sharing This
Our team works closely with small business owners across Los Angeles — especially in Altadena, Pasadena, and San Gabriel Valley — to guide rebuilding projects from start to finish.
We don’t just design spaces. We help clients:
- Navigate local zoning and code compliance
- Prepare permit-ready plans
- Explore adaptive reuse or property upgrades
- Get projects approved quickly and cost-effectively
Whether your business needs a simple interior remodel or a complete redesign due to fire damage, our team is here to support your rebuild — with the local expertise you need to move confidently.
📐 Have questions about what’s possible on your lot?
