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Preliminary Draft for City Review Relocation Appeal Policy and Process November 2025 Page | 7 Exhibit D: The City of Redwood City’s Relocation Appeal Process FAQ Any aggrieved person may file a written Relocation Appeal with the City of Redwood City (City) if the person believes that the City has failed to properly consider the person's application for assistance under Relocation Assistance laws and regulations. This may include, but is not limited to, the person's eligibility for, or the amount of, a payment. What Can Be Included in a Relocation Appeal? A.A person may appeal the status of their eligibility to receive relocation assistance. B.A person may appeal the denial (or partial denial) of a claim for reimbursement of relocation expenses. C.Other matters related the relocation of persons, businesses, non-profit organizations, farm operations, or the move of personal property. When Can a Relocation Appeal be filed? The Appellant must submit their Relocation Appeal in writing to the Appeal Coordinator no later than 90 days from the date the Appellant vacated the occupied property that was impacted by the City. If the Appellant was not required to vacate the occupied property, then the Relocation Appeal must be submitted within 90 days from the date of the City’s Initiation of Negotiations. Can an Appellant be Represented at the Relocation Appeal Hearing? An Appellant has a right to be represented by legal counsel or other representative, but solely at the Appellant’s own expense. What Documents Related to the Appeal May the Appellant Request from the City? Upon written request, the City will permit an Appellant to inspect and copy all materials pertinent to the appeal, except materials which are classified as confidential by the City. The City may, however, impose reasonable conditions on the Appellant’s right to inspect the documents, consistent with applicable laws. What Documents May the Appellant Present During the Relocation Appeal? The City shall consider all pertinent justification and other material submitted by the Appellant, and all other available information that is needed to ensure a fair and full review of the appeal. How Does the City Notify the Appellant of It’s Determination After the Appeal Hearing? The Appeal Hearing Officer shall prepare a written response to the Appellant with their determination within 30 days of the date of the Appeal Hearing. The written notice shall include an explanation of the basis on which the decision was made. If the Appeal Hearing Officer determination does not provide the full relief as requested in the Relocation Appeal, the City shall inform the Appellant that the determination is the City’s final decision and that the Appellant may seek judicial review of the City’s determination. How Does an Appellant File a Request to Appeal to the City? Send a request in writing to the City’s Appeal Coordinator. Submit the written appeal via email to ________ or via the US Post Office to ________________. Appendix D to Relocation Impact Memorandum ATTY/RESO.0015/CC RESO APPROVING THE RELOCATION IMPACT MEMORANDUM FOR THE 84/101 REIMAGINED PROJECT - EXHIBIT A REV: 04-20-26 VR Page 28 of 34