Local Incentives

To encourage high-quality primary job creation and private sector investment, the Town of Berthoud has established incentive guidelines for businesses looking to expand in Berthoud, or those new to the area. These incentives will be available on a case-by-case basis to new or existing primary employers in Berthoud who are engaged in manufacturing, distribution, research, development or other business activity that exports more than 50% of their goods or services outside Larimer County.

Development Fees, Sales
and Use Taxes

The following fees and/or taxes may be waived, deferred or reimbursed in full or in part upon approval of the Town Board:

  • Town construction materials use tax
  • Town sales taxes paid on fixed asset purchases
  • Town administrative portion of the building permit fee
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Personal Property Tax Rebate

Pursuant to Section 31-15-903, C.R.S., up to 50% of property tax revenue received by the Town for up to ten (10) years is attributable to personal property placed into service during the first year of operation.
Access to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for infrastructure.

Enterprise Zone Tax Benefits

This program is intended to assist with the revitalization of economically distressed areas in Colorado. Companies located in the Town of Berthoud Enterprise Zone are eligible for various state income tax credits. These incentives are dependent on the approval of the local Enterprise Zone Administrator and the State of Colorado Department of Revenue.

Click these links to view a complete list of the State of Colorado Enterprise Zone Benefits and the Berthoud Enterprise Zone Map.

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Expedited Review

The Town of Berthoud will offer a “Rapid Response Team” and an expedited review process to facilitate the efficient review of the proposed project for qualified businesses.

Berthoud Façade Incentive Grant Program

The Berthoud Façade Grant provides reimbursement funding to enhance the exterior of Mountain Avenue Corridor buildings and properties. This program covers up to 25% of eligible façade improvements, not to exceed $10,000, and requires projects to be approved, completed, inspected, and in compliance with Town standards before funds are dispersed.

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Berthoud Sign Grant Incentive

The Berthoud Sign Grant provides funding support to help businesses along the Mountain Avenue Corridor improve their permanent signage with professionally designed, property-enhancing features. This reimbursement program offers up to $2,000 toward eligible costs once projects are approved, installed, and inspected, ensuring upgrades align with Town codes and community standards.

 

See more details on Berthoud’s Incentive Policies