article thumbnail

COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – State Rankings

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Several states—including Texas, Louisiana, North Dakota, Washington and Utah—deserve a shout-out for their overall performance in our 9th annual rankings festival. Speaking of the latter, the oil boom in North Dakota continues to propel the Peace Garden State to the top of our list of economic powerhouses.

article thumbnail

Cover Story: New Energy Powers Growth

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

States poised for major growth in wind energy in coming years include Iowa, Kansas, Texas, Nebraska, North Dakota and Michigan. The developer, Houston-based Clean Line Energy, is awaiting approval from regulators in Iowa and Illinois before going ahead with the direct current line. These three new projects amount to over $1.25

professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

State by State Incentives Guide

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

To receive an abatement for property taxes, a project must meet certain qualifications and follow certain procedures, as determined by law and regulation. A business that applies for the exemption must enter into an agreement with the Governor of Alabama. Certain federal and state regulations apply. Pollution control equipment.

Income 108
article thumbnail

STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

The business must sign a job-creation agreement under the Advantage Arkansas program within 24 months of signing the Tax Back agreement. New, full-time, permanent employees must be hired within 24 months of the date the financial agreement is signed. An approved “pilot” city may enter into a withholding agreement: 1.

Income 75