Business Incentives

Pittsgrove Township is very interested in bringing new quality businesses into the Township.  We recognize the need to provide incentives to attract these businesses.  The following incentives are currently available:

3.5% Sales Tax 

Businesses in Pittsgrove Township are eligible to charge the 3.5% reduced sales tax on most retail sales.  This can give your business an important price advantage.  There are some exceptions so please refer to the NJ Sales Tax Guide for complete information, or contact the NJ Division of Taxation at 800-323-4400.

Tax Abatement 

Pittsgrove Township is qualified to offer property tax abatements.  New and expanding businesses can apply for a one to five year tax abatement following their move to or expansion within the township.  Contact the Tax Assessor's office at 856-358-2300, ext 11 for more information, or the EDC at 856-358-2300, ext. 21.

Loan Assistance 

We work closely with the Salem County Department of Economic Development (856-339-8615) and the Small Business Administration  (856-415-2283) to help businesses get the funding they need to get established in Pittsgrove Township.
                                                                                    

Small Business Start-up Assistance 

In partnership with the Small Business Administration (856-415-2283), new, relocating and expanding businesses can get free consulting and training services to help get established in Pittsgrove.  Assistance to businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals is also available.

For more information or to discuss bringing your business to Pittsgrove Township,

please contact the Economic Development Committee at (856)358-2300 Extension 21

Business Resources

The Pittsgrove Township EDC works with both potential and existing businesses to find the resources needed to start, run or expand their businesses.  The following resources are available:

Salem County Department of Economic Development      856-339-8615

Helps county businesses connect with the funding they need, provides workshops for small businesses, and business relocation information.

NJ Economic Development Authority       609-292-1800

Provides loans at below-market rates or guarantees for credit-worthy businesses to secure financing elsewhere, and employment incentive grants to expanding or relocating businesses.                                             

Small Business Administration                   856-415-2283

Financial assistance for new or existing businesses through guaranteed loans, assistance to businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and free consulting and training services.

SJ Economic Development District       856-765-9700

Offers “gap” financing and primary loans at below market rates to qualified South Jersey businesses.
 

Salem County Chamber of Commerce    856-935-1415

A nonprofit, non-government organization with a membership of businesses and professionals whose voices are heard and where changes can be effected to create a better business climate. 

Zoning, Subdivisions, Permits       856-358-2300, ext. 24

Provides contact information for the Planning and Zoning Board, Zoning/Housing Officer, Construction Office and Tax Assessor.                                                        

Building Permits & Permit Process       856-358-3871 or 856-358-2300, ext. 26

Outlines the purpose, use, and process for construction permits in Pittsgrove Twp.

Registering Your Business in New Jersey   609-292-1730

There are two steps to complete for a business to be properly registered in New Jersey. First is registering your business entity and the second is registering for tax purposes.              

New Jersey Incentives for Renewable Energy 

Established in 1995, the Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy (DSIRE) is an ongoing project of the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC), funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and managed by the North Carolina Solar Center.

IRS Small Business and Self-Employed One-Stop Resource
Provides a broad range of resources for self-employed entrepreneurs, employers, and small businesses.

Small Business Startup Guide
Comprehensive and easy to use small business guide is intended to serve as a roadmap for starting a business. It includes many links to additional information.

Family Business Resource Center             856-225-6685
Addresses issues unique to family-owned firms and is backed by local business organizations. Programs offered can help you transfer control to the next generation, resolve family conflict, and plan your estate to ensure the future of your business. (Choose "Small Business Services" on left side menu, then "Family Business Forum")
 

                                  Economic Development Committee
The Pittsgrove Township Economic Development Committee (EDC) strives to increase the business tax base of the township through limited, targeted growth. This approach attempts to increase the business tax base in relation to the residential tax base without threatening the rural character of the Township. Our Economic Development Plan is limited to adding only quality ratables, and targeted at existing commercial areas only. Support for existing businesses in the township is another primary concern for the EDC.

The EDC welcomes all questions and comments. Please contact us at (856)358-2300  Extension 28
or pittsgroveedc@yahoo.com

A Quality Ratable is one that does not require water and sewer; is not offensive aesthetically or ; is environmentally sound; preferably agricultural or environmentally beneficial.