Financing incentives are available from federal, state and local agencies to assist in starting or expanding a business in St. Lawrence County. Incentives include Industrial Revenue Bonds and long term/low interest loans and loan guarantees for the acquisition of property, construction of buildings and purchase of equipment. In addition, St. Lawrence County and New York State offer a variety of tax credits, deductions, and exemptions on real property and business income.
When you're looking for a location for expansion, we can advise you on the programs, packages and incentives available that can lower your initial start-up costs. Additionally, the St. Lawrence County One-Stop Career Center will test, screen and refer qualified job applicants for your business- one more way to help you hit the ground running. The St. Lawrence County Office of Economic Development can help coordinate your interactions with the local, state and private entities that can make your growth as efficient and successful as possible.

Loan Funds

Bond Financing

Tax Abatement Programs

Empire Zones

Training & Workforce Development Programs

St. Lawrence County One-Stop Career Center