Cut the Cost of Doing Business in Warren County, New York

What is the Empire Zone Program?
Warren County’s Empire Zone (EZ) consists of designated areas within the county that offer special incentives for qualified businesses to encourage economic development, business investment, and job creation. New businesses, established businesses – even regionally significant projects located outside Warren County’s designated EZ – could qualify for some of the benefits in this innovative economic development program.

What are the benefits?
Certified businesses located within Warren County’s EZ are eligible to receive significant tax credits and benefits. Under the program, eligible businesses may qualify for property tax refunds, wage-based tax credits, state sales tax exemptions, and reduced utility and telephone rates.

How do I qualify?
EDC will assist EZ applicants throughout the process. The application can be downloaded from our site or obtained from our office, which is located at 234 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY. Once you have completed the application, it goes to our local EZ Board for review. After it has been approved locally, the paperwork goes to the state for final certification. Our EZ Specialist will keep you informed every step of the way.

Contact us
Jennifer Swtizer is the EZ Specialist for Warren County. She can be reached 518.761.6007, or via e-Mail at jswitzer@edcwc.org.

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