Lynn Schultz, Program Coordinator
Hillsborough County Enterprise Zone
Telephone: ( 813 ) 914-4028
Email: Contact Us

An Enterprise Zone (EZ) is a geographic area targeted for economic revitalization. Enterprise Zones encourage economic growth and investment in certain areas by offering tax advantages and incentives to businesses located within the zone. Approved by the State in 2003, the County's Enterprise Zone (EZ-2902) is in the USF Community Area. Check the map to see if your business is located in the EZ. Eligible businesses must be located in the EZ. They may hire residents of any EZ, purchase eligible business equipment or buy building materials.

Owners of new, expanding and to-be-rebuilt businesses in the EZ may be eligible for state tax incentives, as well as reductions in County impact fees. Incentives available for promoting private sector investments and providing job opportunities for EZ residents. Credits and tax refunds are available on State corporate income tax and sale and use taxes.

• Enterprise Zone Related Publications
• Enterprise Zone Related Links
• Enterprise Florida 2006 Incentives Report ( PDF, 553KB )

Visit the Employment Opportunity Program web site to post your job openings