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Business Incentives - Federal Empowerment Zone
The Federal Empowerment Zone (FEZ) is a 10-year designation that provides federal funding and federal tax incentives to the Santa Ana FEZ community. Covering a four square mile area of Santa Ana, the FEZ provides both business and residents services to the FEZ community.
Federal Wage Credit
As of January 1, 2002, any Santa Ana business located within the Santa Ana Federal Empowerment Zone (FEZ) who hires or currently employs a resident of the FEZ may earn an annual federal credit up to $3,000 per qualified employee.
To claim the credit, please complete the FEZ Wage Credit Affidavit Form and submit to the FEZ office to receive address confirmation from a FEZ Representative.
Tax-Exempt Bond Financing
Through the FEZ, companies can apply for a tax-exempt federal bond to purchase new equipment, renovate existing property and purchase property. Companies wishing to use this type of financing must employ thirty-five (35%) of FEZ residents to maintain the tax-exempt status of their bonds.
For more information, please review the Bond Application and Bond Guidelines.
