Incentives for Downtown Businesses

The Georgia Cities Foundation (GCF): 

• Welcomes State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) applications from owner-occupied small businesses located in downtown areas within cities in Georgia. The mission of the Foundation is to assist cities in their efforts to revitalize and facilitator in funding capital projects. The goal of GCF is to promote economically sustainable projects and build partnerships in order to help ensure the long-term health and economic vitality of the community. 

DCA Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund:

• Apply for a business loan up to $250K. 

State Historic Preservation Tax Incentives:

• Rehabilitate historic properties and earn a 25% tax credit. 

Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives: 

• Learn if your property is designated a "certified historic structure" by the National Park Service. 

Facade Grants:

• Building owners may qualify for financial assistance to improve and maintain existing commercial and residential buildings.