Why chose Santa Fe County to locate or expand your Business?

Incentives and Support

The State and Local incentives for businesses, including tax credits, grants, and local assistance with real estate, permits and more. Our dedicated office will provide support throughout the site selection process, helping you navigate local regulations and connect with essential services.

New Mexico Partnership:

Major companies such as Facebook and Netflix have committed to New Mexico because of the advantages we bring businesses. New Mexico offers a culture of innovation, top talent, and a strong value proposition to employers looking to relocate or open new centers of operation. Our state leaders have consistently worked to create a pro-business climate in one of the best places to live in the United States and we love to tell the story.

Visit NMPartnership.com to learn more.

For more information on relocating your business to Santa Fe County and related resources, contact Juan Torres, Economic Development Manager at 505-995-2728, or jetorres@sanatfecountynm.gov

Development and Infrastructure Finance Resources:

The City of Santa Fe, through its Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency (MRA), collaborates with various local and state entities to offer a range of financing tools aimed at supporting equitable, sustainable, and community-driven development within the Midtown District. Below is a curated list of programs and resources available to developers. Learn more at https://santafenm.gov/community-development/midtown-district-santa-fe/metropolitan-redevelopment-agency-mra-opportunities-for-redevelopers

New Mexico Economic Development Business Finance Resources:

https://edd.newmexico.gov/business-development/edd-programs-for-business/finance-development

Local Economic Development Fund:

Local Economic Development Act (LEDA)

Under the Local Economic Development Act (LEDA) (5-10-1 to 5-10-13 NMSA 1978) the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) is granted authority to administer grants to Local Governments (Municipality and/or County); to assist expanding or relocating businesses that are Qualified Entities that will stimulate economic development and produce public benefits pursuant to LEDA. All grants are funded on a strictly reimbursement basis.

EDD targets economic development projects that comply with all legal facets of LEDA. Additional consideration is given to project that demonstrate:

Significant Community Impact and Support;
Rural and Underserved Areas of New Mexico;
Increased Wages and Job Creation;
Significant New Capital Investment; and
Environmentally Sustainable Outcomes.

https://edd.newmexico.gov/business-development/edd-programs-for-business/finance-development/leda