Chamber Connect: Small Business Resources

On August 2, 2022, the Chamber & EDC Small Business Advisory Council convened a group of key influencers in economic development to discuss business incentives promoting your success in Colorado Springs. If you have questions on what incentives, grants, or tax credits apply to your business, start with the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC. Here’s a list of our panelists and their contact information:

• Tim Dutter, Chamber & EDC Economic Development Project Manager
• Bob Cope, Economic Development Officer, City of Colorado Springs
• Crystal LaTier, El Paso County Economic Development
• Elise Hamann, OEDIT
• Aaron Groziak, Stryde/GMG Senior Advisor

Small business incentives to keep on your radar:

• City of Colorado Springs Business Personal Property Tax (Mill Levy credit)
• City of Colorado Springs Sales and Use Tax Rebate on Construction Materials
• City of Colorado Springs Sales and Use Tax Rebate on Annual Purchases of Business Personal Property for Primary Employers
• Commercial Aeronautical Zone (CAZ) with El Paso County, the City of Colorado Springs, and the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority
• Rapid Response reviews and approvals for Land Use Application
• Urban Renewal Incentives
• Retail Sales Tax Sharing for retail and hospitality
• Enterprize Zone Tax Credits
• Business Loan Fund for startups and expanding small businesses
• Research other OEDIT programs and funding here.

Additional resources in our Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC small business resource network:

• Energize Colorado – Small business funding for BIPOC, women- and veteran-owned businesses.
• Centennial State Prosperity – Addressing challenges to recover and grow our economy.
• Small Business Majority – leveling the playing field with resources, advocacy, and research.

Do you know of an additional resource for business that belongs on this list? Contact Membership Services at info@cscedc.com to let us know.