Public Infrastructure Financing Solutions (PIFS)
Sunstone Cities and its partners assist public agencies in securing financing for critical
infrastructure projects through Public Infrastructure Financing Solutions (PIFS).
We specialize in creative Public-Private Partnerships (P3) for the design, build, finance,
operation, and maintenance of publicly owned facilities, such as healthcare facilities,
civic centers, convention and visitor centers, historic preservation projects, and more
Our Offerings
Eligible Project Types
- Healthcare Facilities
- Civic Centers
- Convention Centers
- Historic Preservation
- Hospitality and Entertainment Centers
- Visitor Centers
- Community Facilities in Rural Areas
- Courthouses
Challenges in Public Financing & How P3 Financing Can Help
Common Challenges
- Limited access to upfront capital
- Lengthy approval processes for traditional financing
- High costs of debt service
P3 Solutions
- Enhanced access to diverse funding sources
- Streamlined processes for quicker project initiation
- Cost-effective alternatives with potential interest savings
Why Partner With Us
- Lower risk of capital loss
- Bridge lending with an estimated
90-day process - Faster closing times compared to
traditional bonds - Potential interest savings
- Expert team guiding every stage
of the partnership
PIFS Lending Products
Commercial PACE
- Enhances loan-to-value ratio for energy-efficient projects.
Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
- Utilizes future tax revenues to fund current investments.
USDA Financing
- Pairs with USDA guaranteed loans to reduce financing costs for rural projects
Bridge Loans
- Short-term financing to bridge gaps until permanent financing is secured
FHA Loans
- Long-term financing options with favorable terms for public infrastructure projects
USDA Community Facilities Program
Purpose
To improve the quality
of life and promote economic
development in rural areas by
supporting essential community
facilities.
Eligible Facilities
Includes
healthcare centers, public safety
buildings, educational
institutions, and other
community facilities that provide
crucial services to rural
populations.
Benefits: Offers favorable loa
Benefits
Offers favorable loan
terms, including lower interest
rates and extended repayment
periods, making it easier for rural
communities to fund necessary
infrastructure improvements.