Company Relocation

Companies that qualify for this incentive may receive up to $50,000 for relocating a minimum of ten new jobs to Gainesville. Businesses may receive compensation for most relocation costs.

High-Wage Job Creation

This incentive encourages the creation of long-term high wage jobs in the technology sector in Gainesville. Businesses that qualify will be awarded a grant, paid out over two years, for every job that is created and maintained that pays at least 150% of Alachua County’s average wage. Compensation begins at $3,000 for each high-wage worker.

High-Impact Performance Incentive Grant

High impact performance grant was implemented to attract and grow major high impact facilities in Florida. Eligible businesses must create new jobs, make investments and overall have an impact in the local community.

This location is also eligible Florida High Tech Corridor program incentives as well as numerous other incentive programs including (but not limited to):

Business Development Assistance

With the help of the Gainesville Community Redevelopment Agency, businesses can receive a grant for relocating their business in Gainesville. To qualify; businesses must have received assistance from CRA with design consultation, site selection and assistance in navigating the City’s regulatory process.

HUBZone Incentives

HUBZone is an incentive program for small businesses that operate and employ people in Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZones). The program helps small businesses in urban or rural communities gain access to federal opportunities.

Quick Response Training Program

Employers may receive from $1,500 -2,000 per employee. This employer-driven training program was designed to assist new value-added businesses and provide existing Florida businesses the necessary training for expansion.