Business Development

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• Accumulated R&D Tax Credit Expansion Program

  Learn how to capitalize on unused tax credits if your capital project can increase jobs and deliver significant ROI to the state.

• Digital Media & Motion Picture Tax Credit

  Apply for tax credits of up to 30% for production and post-production expenses in Connecticut.

• Permit Ombudsman

  Find assistance, coordination and additional help with expediting permits and approvals.

• Manufacturing Machinery and Equipment Tax Exemption

  Learn about a five-year, 100% property tax exemption for manufacturers buying eligible equipment.

• Angel Investor Tax Credit

  Learn how to gain a state income tax credit by investing at least $25,000 in a qualifying startup.

• Request for Proposals - Support CT Small Business 2022

  Request for Proposals - Small Business Support Programs

• Sales and Use Tax Exemption

  Discover tax relief for the purchase of qualified tangible property or projects contributing significantly to a targeted industry cluster.

• Strategic Supply Chain Initiative

  Support the growth and attraction of strategically important supply chain companies that contribute to the ecosystem of Connecticut’s core industries.

• Municipal Tax Abatements

  Learn about local tax relief for firms making real estate and manufacturing equipment purchases.

• Minority Business Funding

  Learn about a special loan fund and other resources that enhance access to capital for minority businesses.

• Corporate Business Tax Exemption

  See if your business is in one of four sectors earmarked for corporate tax relief.

• Manufacturing and Biotech Sales and Use Tax Exemption

  See if your manufacturing or biotech company is eligible for a 100% or 50% tax exemption.

• Pre-Seed Financing

  Learn how early-stage companies can obtain up to $150,000 in funding through Connecticut Innovations.

• Railroad Depot Zone

  Get the facts on incentives for businesses developing facilities around abandoned or underutilized railroad depots.

• Entertainment District

  Read which localities may offer manufacturing facilities the same Statutory benefits for plants, buildings and other real property improvements located in an entertainment district of a Targeted Investment Community.