Was ist das UEZ-Programm?
Supporting business investment and economic growth in Jersey City through tax incentives and business support programs.
Small business grants
Commercial improvement funding
Job creation support
Equipment and infrastructure investment
Business stabilization funding
Vorteile für Unternehmen
Reduced Sales Tax
UEZ-certified businesses may charge half the standard New Jersey sales tax rate (3.3125%), helping attract customers and improve competitiveness.
Capital Investment Incentives
Businesses may also benefit from sales tax exemptions on capital equipment purchases and facility improvements, helping reduce the cost of expansion and modernization.
Vorteile für Unternehmen
The following documents provide additional information and resources related to the Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) Program and business support initiatives.
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for businesses applying for Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) certification through the State of New Jersey’s Premier Business Services (PBS) portal.
This map identifies the official Urban Enterprise Zone boundaries within Jersey City. Businesses must be located within the designated UEZ district to be eligible for program certification and the associated tax incentives and economic development benefits.
This document outlines the sales tax incentives available to qualified UEZ businesses, including reduced sales tax rates for eligible retailers and exemptions on certain purchases, services, and equipment used at a qualified UEZ business location.
A request for proposals from qualified firms to analyze current SID funding and recommend a more equitable formula for distributing UEZ funds in Jersey City.
Strategischer 5-Jahres-Plan der UEZ von Jersey City.
Am 12. März von der UEZA genehmigt.
The UEZ 5-Year Strategic Plan outlines the long-term strategy for strengthening Jersey City's Urban Enterprise Zone districts through targeted economic development investments, business support initiatives, and neighborhood revitalization efforts.
The plan identifies priorities for:
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Supporting small business growth
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Improving commercial corridors
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Strengthening Special Improvement Districts
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Promoting local economic development initiatives
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Expanding opportunities for businesses located within UEZ districts
Download the full plan to learn more about the economic development priorities guiding the UEZ program in Jersey City.
