We Offer A Full Range of Planning and Economic Development Services
At Moran Economic Development, we understand the challenges and opportunities facing our clients. We provide creative and thoughtful comprehensive economic development and planning services for communities of any size. Our innovative solutions and strategies drive economic growth and improve community prosperity.
Economic Development
Our Economic Development services empower both private and public sector clients to achieve their goals. We provide strategic planning, market analysis, economic impact projections, and other tailored solutions that make projects come to life.
Comprehensive Planning
Our approach to planning is aspirational yet practical and built on a strong foundation of public engagement. We write plans with creative solutions for even the most challenging issues, always with an eye toward implementation.
Tax Increment Financing
We regularly help clients create, amend, administer, and manage TIF Districts. Establishing or amending a TIF District can be complex, and we guide our clients through the entire process, ensuring that their goals are achieved. After a TIF is established, we provide assistance by evaluating their effectiveness, reviewing redevelopment agreements, handling annual reporting, and staying up-to-date with legislation and reporting changes on your behalf.
Business Districts
Our Business District services allow municipalities to utilize sales tax-based project areas to generate new streams of revenue that can be used for economic development. Similar to TIF District project areas, Business Districts can be created to fund infrastructure improvements, incentivize development, help out local businesses, and other redevelopment project activities. It is our mission to transform Business Districts into compelling destinations that foster commercial growth.
Enterprise Zones
We assist in applying for a new Enterprise Zone designation and amending existing Enterprise Zones. Additionally, we are experienced in zone amendments, including incentive modifications, adding units of government, and deleting territory. We also help clients maximize the zone incentives through reporting criteria and sales tax exemption certificates.
Planning and Zoning
We help communities navigate the complexities of technical Planning and Zoning. Our expertise in land use planning, zoning, and managing development projects provides peace of mind for our local government clients. Our work ranges from updating zoning codes to reviewing subdivision plats and streamlining permitting procedures. Discover how we can help with your communities’ Planning and Zoning needs.
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Economic Development Guidance You Can Trust
Moran Economic Development was founded on the fundamental values of integrity and transparency, superior customer service, a proven track record, local dedication, and subject matter expertise. These principles guide our work and produce tangible results for our clients.
Our approach to consulting is evident; we focus not only on helping our clients achieve their objectives, but also on establishing enduring client relationships. Long after a project ends, Moran Economic Development will continue to lend support and guidance until goals become reality.
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