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Ohio Job Creation Tax Credit Program
The Ohio Job Creation Tax Credit Program provides a refundable tax credit against a company's corporate franchise or income tax based on the state income tax withheld from new, full-time employees. The Ohio Tax Credit Authority (Authority), a five-member independent board consisting of taxation and economic development professionals from throughout the state, is responsible for reviewing and approving applications for tax credit assistance and setting the benefit level. The Authority also has oversight responsibilities that include monitoring and reporting the progress of approved tax credit projects.
Office of Tax Incentives (Ohio Department of Development) (614) 466-2317 or(800) 848-1300
Ohio Research and Development Tax Incentive
Provides a nonrefundable tax credit against the corporate franchise tax and is designed to encourage Ohio’s corporations to invest in increased research and development activities.The credit equals 7% of the excess amount of Qualified Research Expenses.
Office of Tax Incentives(Ohio Department of Development)(614) 466-2317or(800) 848-1300
Ohio Manufacturing Machinery & Equipment Investment Tax Credit
Provides a nonrefundable corporate franchise or state income tax credit for manufacturer located in Ohio that purchases qualified new or retooled machinery and equipment that is used in manufacturing.
Office of Tax Incentives(Ohio Department of Development)(614) 466-2317or(800) 848-1300
Ohio Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Program
The Ohio Community Reinvestment Area program is an economic development tool administered by municipal and county governments that provides real property tax exemptions to businesses making investments in Ohio.
See Chapter 892 Community Reinvestment Areas on the City of Northwood’s website , click on City Departments- Zoning- Forms/Information, under Other Information click on Zoning Code. Search “Chapter 892” to obtain more information.
Questions call (419) 693-9329 and ask for Bob Anderson, City Administrator
or Kimberly Vaculik, Planning, Zoning & Economic Development Coordinator
or
Office of Tax Incentives(Ohio Department of Development) (614) 466-2317or(800) 848-1300
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Ohio Enterprise Zone (EZ) Program
Provides real and personal property tax incentives for businesses that expand or locate in Ohio.
See Chapter 888 Enterprise Zone on the City of Northwood’s website , click on City Departments- Zoning- Forms/Information, under Other Information click on Zoning Code. Search “Chapter 888” to obtain the information.
Questions call (419) 693-9329 and ask for Bob Anderson, City Administrator
or Kimberly Vaculik, Planning, Zoning & Economic Development Coordinator
or
Office of Tax Incentives(Ohio Department of Development) (614) 466-2317or(800) 848-1300
Industrial Development Bonds
Municipal bond issued by a state or local government, or by a development agency, to finance the private industrial projects generating tax revenues and certain public works projects. These bonds are of two types: development bonds financing the renovation or improvement of public facilities, and industrial revenue bonds, for which a private corporation is responsible for payments to bondholders. Industrial bonds are subject to special IRS rules governing the tax exemption of interest.
See Ohio Revised Code Chapter 165
Direct (166) Loan
The 166 Direct Loan Program was created to promote economic development, business expansion and, job creation by providing financial assistance for eligible projects in the State of Ohio. The Ohio Department of Development’s 166 Direct Loan Program provides low-interest loans to businesses willing to commit to creating new jobs or preserving existing employment opportunities in the State of Ohio.
Office of Tax Incentives(Ohio Department of Development) (614) 466-2317or(800) 848-1300