Se7enBites, LLC d/b/a Se7enBites (Se7enBites), a sweet and savory bakeshop, has served breakfast, lunch and brunch to Orlando residents since 2013.  The restaurant is currently located at 207 North Primrose Drive.  Due to its popularity, Se7enBites will be expanding to 617 North Primrose Drive. The business plans to occupy approximately 4,000 sf of existing space, complete interior and exterior renovations including new drywall, flooring, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, grease trap, a new outdoor patio, painting, landscaping awnings, windows, doors and signage and create 15 new, full time jobs. Total capital investment for this project is more than $125,000.  The applicant is also the property owner.

The business has requested assistance through the City of Orlando's Business Assistance Program.  The Business Assistance Program (BAP) is a matching grant program that was approved by the Orlando City Council on June 18, 2001 to encourage small businesses to locate, expand or redevelop in the City of Orlando.  The Business Assistance Program assists with small-scale infrastructure projects, building permitting fees and impact fees.  The BAP pays fifty percent of eligible fees.  The maximum amount granted under the program guidelines is $20,000. 

Total eligible fees for Se7enBites under the Business Assistance Program, are $13,155.37.  The BAP will pay fifty percent of eligible fees ($6,577.69).  The fee breakdown is as follows:  Transportation Impact Fee @ 50% = $6,577.69.