Application
Parcels located within the boundary map are eligible for noise reduction improvements to reduce helicopter noise (see Designated Boundary Map).
All homeowners of eligible properties, as listed on the title, must sign the following required documents for participation in the RSP. Examples of these include:
1) Application form — Submitted by property owners requesting participation in the RSP.
2) Right of Entry (ROE) form — Permits authorized RSP staff to enter the premises to perform assessment visits, review designs, and allows construction contractors to do the work.
3) Homeowner Agreement — Signed and notarized document outlining the homeowner agreement to participate in the RSP.
4) Avigation Easement — Signed and notarized document, which will be recorded with the county.
Property owners have 12 months after the date of notification about the Program (Nov. 17, 2025) to apply for the Program and will open again for one year after completion of the California Tower (estimated 2030).
For those interested in applying for the program, follow the steps below to begin the process:
Step 1: Homeowners interested in the RSP must submit an application to begin the process. Click here to fill out an Application (pdf).
Applications can be mailed to:
UCDH RSP
c/o CSDA Design Group
364 Bush Street, 2nd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94104
or emailed to: residentialsoundprogram@health.ucdavis.edu
Step 2: The Design Team will reach out to confirm if the property qualifies for the program and will provide additional details and documents for review.
Step 3: The Design Team will set up a meeting to introduce the RSP, outlining what to expect in each step of the process. Its your opportunity to learn about eligibility, treatments, and overall project timeline.
Important Program Deadlines:
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Application Deadline Groups
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Dates
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Open/Closed
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Phase 1A - Gold Group
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November 17, 2025 - February 15, 2026
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Open and Accepting Applications
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Phase 1B – Blue Group
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February 16, 2026 - November 17, 2026
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Open
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Future Phase 2
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Tentatively 2031-2032
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Closed
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Design
Some properties within the noise contour with applications on file will be acoustically tested to establish a baseline in sleeping areas.
During the design phase of the RSP, the existing conditions of each dwelling are evaluated by the RSP Design Team to develop a scope of work.
Hazardous materials (e.g., lead and asbestos) testing is also conducted as part of the Design Phase.
Following homeowner and the RSP Design Team approval of the scope of work for each dwelling, suggested contractors are invited to bid on the proposed scope of work for each property.
Construction
Our Design Team, CSDA Design Group, will suggest and monitor two (2) qualified contractors to perform the work.
1) If a homeowner chooses a suggested RSP-qualified contractor, construction monitoring is provided by the RSP daily, and inspections of the completed work are performed at pre-determined milestones. RSP participants are provided with product warranty information and a workmanship warranty from the contractor.
2) If a homeowner chooses to utilize their own contractor, it will be the homeowner’s responsibility to ensure that they or their contractor obtains required permits, oversees construction, requests payments, and obtains warranty on all work performed.
Workflow for items 1 & 2:
a. Once the design has been completed, building permit documents will be submitted for approval by the City of Sacramento.
b. Once approved, products will be ordered and materials installed.
c. Construction monitoring is performed at predetermined milestones for material installation conformance to approved drawings.
d. All RSP participants are provided with workmanship and product warranty information.
e. Labor and Construction warranties are provided by the installing general contractor.
Funding Options
A program-managed escrow account is available to pay RSP suggested contractors directly.
Homeowners who choose not to use the Program’s suggested contractors may use their own licensed and bonded general contractor. In these cases, the design will be completed by the RSP Designer; the homeowner is responsible for paying all costs to their selected general contractor and may then submit eligible expenses for reimbursement.
