The Voucher Application Processing System is an online web-based solution set up by the City of Oakland to help businesses take advantage of the benefits related to the California Enterprise Zone (CAEZ) Hiring Credit. To claim the CAEZ Hiring Credit, Qualified Businesses must obtain a voucher certificate before claiming the CAEZ Hiring Credit. This online system allows representatives of the businesses to file applications and receive the results (i.e. Voucher Certificate) in an electronic and paperless environment.
The Enterprise Zone (EZ) area is the specific geographic area identifying the qualified area where a business must be located to qualify for the benefits under the California EZ program.Please be aware that Oakland has an expired and active EZ area.
The Targeted Employment Area (TEA) relates to one of the EZ qualification categories (i.e. resident of a TEA). Businesses who hire individuals with their home residence at the time of hire in this specific geographic area may qualify for the CAEZ Hiring Credit.