General & Administrative Costs (“Soft Costs”): GCRF funds may pay for professional

General & Administrative Costs (“Soft Costs”): GCRF funds may pay for professional services (architectural/engineering fees, feasibility studies, geotechnical, permitting), property acquisition services (appraisal fees, land surveys), legal fees, loan fees, project management, advertising, marketing and PR fees; however, the allowable amount is limited to ten percent (10%) of GCRF funds. GCRF funds may not be used to pay grant administration costs, salary, wages or fringe costs, travel costs, or consulting costs.