A variety of state and local incentives are available in the Decatur Enterprise Zone including local property tax abatement for eligible projects. The Decatur Macon County Enterprise Zone was renewed in July 2003 and is currently due to expire on July 1, 2013.

Enterprise Zone Map Server

The Decatur Enterprise Zone encompasses significant portions of the region's industrial and business sections. The following map was updated in January 2005. For additional clarification please contact the EDC office or click on the EZone Map Server link on the left side of the page to access the Enterprise Zone GIS mapping system.

Enterprise Zone Map Revised 2009 (PDF)

For detailed information on the benefits available in the Decatur Enterprise Zone, application processes and eligibility requirements for benefits, download the Enterprise Zone Guide.

Enterprise Zone Guide

Sales tax exemptions on construction materials may be available for eligible projects located within the boundaries of the zone. Approval for the exemption is granted by the EDC Zone Administrator after submissison of the following certification form. All forms must be completed in full and must be accompanied by an approved building permit application issued by the City of Decatur or other recognized body and payment of applicable fees.

Construction Materials Sales Tax Exemption Form (Revised 9/2006)

Companies who are located within the boundaries of the Decatur Enterprise Zone are entitled to an exemption on the state sales tax for wheeled natural gas transactions. The following form is required in order to claim the exemption.

Illinois Dept of Revenue RG - 61