Downtown Revitalization Resources

Tax Incentives

B&O Tax Credit Available to businesses or individuals making a contribution to a locally designated Downtown Revitalization Program.  Businesses may take a take credit equal to 75% of their contribution to the local program. 

Special Valuation for Historic Properties Allows owners to deduct the value of qualified preservation based improvements to buildings over 50 years old, from property taxes for up to ten years.  Click here to download application

Federal Rehabilitation Tax Incentive  Allows property owners to take a federal tax credit of 20% of the value of qualified preservation based improvements to historic buildings.  Click here to download program overview and application

 
Informational and Technical Resources

Choose Washington  If your business is new or new to Washington this site contains links to state agencies, business assistance programs and other helpful links to help you grow your business.

Small Business Development Center - Washington State University: Yakima   SBDC offers a wide variety of business development services including one-on-one counseling.

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