The City of Reno works with businesses, developers, property owners and community partners to support investment, business growth and neighborhood revitalization.

A variety of local, regional and state resources are available to help businesses and development projects succeed. Reno's redevelopment programs and incentives are administered through re:up — Reno's Redevelopment and Urban Placemaking Agency.

re:up Programs & Incentives

re:up provides programs and financing opportunities designed to support investment, business growth, neighborhood revitalization and placemaking within Reno's redevelopment areas.

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Tax Increment Financing Participation Program

Uses tax increment financing to help make transformative redevelopment projects possible and attract private investment to Reno's redevelopment areas. Reno uses a pay-as-you-go model, meaning the City does not issue bonds or take on debt.

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ReStore

Provides matching reimbursement assistance for eligible façade and tenant improvements that help revitalize commercial properties, support local businesses and encourage investment.

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Small Walls

Supports property owners and local artists in creating murals and other small-scale public art projects throughout Reno.

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ReSecure

Provides matching reimbursement assistance for safety-focused property improvements, including security cameras, lighting and building hardening.

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Target Industries

Reno's economic development strategy identifies industries with strong potential to contribute to the City's economy and complement the downtown core. A 2023 City study identified the following target industries:

Business & Professional Services · Engineering Services · Clean Technology · Logistics · Life Sciences · Mining Technology · Computer Software & Hardware

These industries were identified based on their potential for knowledge-based activity, regional and national connectivity, and compatibility with Reno's downtown core.

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