Neighborhood Assistance Program Enterprise Zone Tax Credit (NAP-EZP)
🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development
✓ Free, no account · Source: Pennsylvania Grants (CODE PA) · Last verified May 31, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for businesses and private companies investing in enterprise zone properties in Pennsylvania.
Applicants must own or control buildings or land within designated Pennsylvania enterprise zones. Qualifying activities include rehabilitation, expansion, or improvement of real property.
The program provides tax credits as incentive for investment. Eligibility depends on project location and scope of work within an enterprise zone. Contact the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development for specific zone designations and application requirements.
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Program description
An incentive program that provides tax credits to businesses or private companies investing in rehabilitating, expanding, or improving buildings or land located within designated enterprise zones.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Property ownership documentation
- Enterprise zone certification or designation proof
- Detailed project scope and plans
- Investment and budget information
- Timeline for project completion
FAQ
Who can apply for this tax credit?
Businesses and private companies investing in enterprise zone properties. You must own or control the property in a designated zone.
What types of projects qualify?
Building rehabilitation, expansion, and improvement projects within designated enterprise zones. Land improvement also qualifies.
How do I find out if my property is in an enterprise zone?
Contact the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development. They maintain the list of designated enterprise zone areas.
What is the tax credit amount?
The program provides tax credits, but the specific amount depends on your project details and investment level. Contact DCED for details.
When is the deadline?
The deadline listed is June 30, 2035. Confirm the actual deadline with DCED before applying.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Verify your property is within a designated Pennsylvania enterprise zone before preparing an application.
- Document your rehabilitation, expansion, or improvement plans clearly. Submit detailed project scope and timelines.
- Contact DCED early to understand tax credit calculations and how your investment qualifies.
- Gather property ownership documentation and proof of enterprise zone location with your application.
- Start the process well before the deadline to allow time for DCED review and response.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applying for projects outside designated enterprise zones. Unclear project scope or insufficient documentation of qualifying activities. Underestimating required investment amounts or misunderstanding tax credit calculations.
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