The City of Lebanon is home to many small businesses that are the mainstay of our thriving commercial sector. In efforts to support our small business community, the City offers a series of incentives available to assist business owners with new start-ups or business expansions.
- Small Business Renovation Grant - A 1:1 matching grant of up to $10,000 to assist new and expanding businesses with funding building improvements, such as interior renovations, façade rehabilitation, expansions, and other qualifying improvements. Applications are evaluated annually on a first-come, first-serve basis. Qualifying businesses located within the City’s commercial districts are eligible.
- Electric Rebate Incentive - A direct incentive available to new businesses occupying a vacant commercial building or tenant space to help offset utility expenses during their business start-up phase. The incentive provides a rebate on a portion (%) of the business’s electric bill for a 24-month period. The application cycle is open to qualifying businesses located within the City’s commercial districts.
- Commercial Façade Improvement Grant - A 1:1 matching grant of up to $10,000 to assist existing businesses with funding façade renovations and exterior restoration improvements, such as storefront renovations, door/window replacement, masonry restoration, and other qualifying improvements. Applications are evaluated annually on a first-come, first-serve basis. Qualifying businesses located within the City’s commercial districts are eligible.
For additional information about the Small Business Development Program, please contact Jason Millard, Community Development Director, at 513-228-3172 or
jmillard@lebanonohio.gov.
Incentive Programs