Economic Vitality | EconomicVitality@LouisvilleCO.gov

Welcome to the City of Louisville Business Newsletter

February 2026 

Louisville now located in Enterprise Zone

As of January 1, 2026, a majority of Louisville is now located within the North Metro Enterprise Zone.

In designated enterprise zones:

• Businesses are eligible for state income tax credits and sales and use tax exemptions for specific business investments.
• Local governments and nonprofits may establish contribution projects to support economic development goals.
• Taxpayers who contribute to enterprise zone projects may earn income tax credits.

Businesses must pre-certify to take advantage of the credits available through the program. While a majority of Louisville is now located within the zone, small portions were not eligible for inclusion. More information about the program, maps of included areas, and pre-certification requirements can be found at the link below.

Upcoming events

Louisville Revitalization Commission Wednesday, February 11 | 8–9:30 a.m. Louisville Council Chambers  749 Main Street Learn more

Home Pros Group Wednesday, February 11 | 9–10:30 a.m. Louisville Chamber of Commerce  901 Main Street Learn more

SBA Economic injury Disaster Loans: A Practical Overview Wednesday, February 11 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Colorado SBDC  Online Learn more

Economic Vitality Committee Thursday, February 12 | 3–4:30 p.m. Louisville Council Chambers  749 Main Street Learn more

Start-Up Essentials Wednesday, February 18 | 2–5 p.m. Colorado SBDC  5050 Pearl Street Learn more

Feel Good Festival Saturday, February 28 | 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Relish Food Hall / Pickleball 550 McCaslin Boulevard Learn more

Commercial Sustainability Rebate Launch

The City of Louisville is excited to announce the launch of its redesigned Commercial Sustainability Rebate Program, offering local businesses financial support for projects that reduce waste, lower emissions, and improve overall sustainability. Eligible businesses can apply for tiered rebates of $1,000, $5,000, or $10,000 to help fund energy efficiency upgrades, composting and recycling systems, decarbonization projects, and other sustainability impactful initiatives.

The application opens on March 2, 2026. Applicants can apply from March 2 through May 1, 2026. All applications will be reviewed from May 4 through May 15, 2026, with awardees notified within two weeks of the final day of the review timeline.

Information for eligibility, timelines, and application coming Friday, February 13, 2026.

Business Assistance Program

The Business Assistance Program (BAP) provides rebates, approved by the City Council, for businesses locating or expanding within Louisville.

Types of City rebates available include:

• Building Permit Fees
• Construction Use Tax
• Sales Tax
• Consumer use Tax
• Enhanced Assistance
• Vacancy Bonus

To learn more about the program and application requirements, follow the link below! 

Go Green with the Colorado Green Business Network!

Is your business ready to save money, improve efficiency, and be recognized for sustainability efforts? 

The Colorado Green Business Network (CBGN) offers free technical assistance and statewide recognition to businesses that want to reduce their environmental impact.

The City of Louisville is proud to serve as a regional partner, connecting local businesses with resources and support while keeping the community connection strong. Join today to start your sustainability journey and showcase your leadership!

Updating Louisville's Comprehensive Plan

We are now in the final phase of the Comprehensive Plan Update and are sharing the draft with the community for information.

Planning Commission is planning to hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 26th at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall to provide a recommendation to City Council on the Comprehensive Plan's adoption.

Support Local Louisville

Thank you to everyone who helped support their local Louisville businesses by shopping local this holiday season! Don't forget that supporting local is about more than just shopping in Louisville over the holidays. Shopping and supporting local Louisville businesses all year round keeps more of your sales tax dollars here in our community! Learn more about how to support your local Louisville businesses through the link below.

The Small Business Marketing Reset

Tuesday, February 24th | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

This practical, strategy-led workshop is designed for small business owners who want their marketing to feel more intentional, effective, and manageable - without doing everything or chasing trends.

Topics covered include:

• Marketing clarity that guides marketing activity
• 2026 Marketing foundations 
• Choosing marketing priorities and planning for real life
• Taking your 2026 marketing from overwhelm to action

Learn more and register here!

Tech Venture Accelerator Info Session

Wednesday, February 25th | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Tech Venture Accelerator (TVX) is designed for founders, C-level leaders and executive managers of small businesses in Colorado's advanced industries 

To apply for TVX, businesses must:

• Be a science and technology business
• Have the potential for submitting SBIR/STRR proposals

There is no cost to participants because of the federally funded FAST grant. No more than 10 businesses will be accepted into this exclusive TVX cohort. 

Learn more and register here!