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Whether you are building a new building, expanding an existing structure, or increasing your workforce, there are a number of grant and incentive programs for which you may qualify to offset costs associated with your expansion. Please contact Marc Nelson at marc.nelson@roanokeva.gov with the Department of Economic Development to learn more about these programs, and whether or not you would qualify.

Enterprise Zone Program

Real Estate Tax Exemption Programs

Commonwealth of Virginia Incentives

Historic Tax Credits

Opportunity Zones

New Market Tax Credits

Small Business Administration Programs