Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ) Tax Credit Program
Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development
Who can apply
For-profit business entities 1) located within the geographic boundaries of a particular KIZ, 2) in operation less than 8 years, 3) operating within one of the KIZ targeted industry segments or sectors, 4) and meeting any other requirements as specified by the DCED, may be qualified KIZ Companies and eligible to participate in the KIZ Tax Credit Program. Applications must be submitted on or before December 1 of each year. The KIZ Tax Credits will be awarded on May 1 of the subsequent year.
About this opportunity
An incentive program that provides tax credits to for-profit companies less than eight years old operating within specific targeted industries within the boundaries of a Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ). With a total pool of up to $15 million in tax credits available to KIZ companies annually, the KIZ tax credit program significantly contributes to the ability of young KIZ companies to transition through the stages of growth. Applications must be submitted on or before December 1 of each year.