Incentives

For many years, New Braunfels has served as a case-study for other communities to emulate in the areas of progressiveness and a pro-business attitude. One example is the size of the local Chamber of Commerce—over 2,000 members in a community of 56,000.

Build NB is the brand of the community's "one-stop" shop effort that includes the City via their economic development corporation, The Chamber and a privately funded foundation. Cooperation and teamwork abound as local organizations leverage their efforts to serve you.

The City of New Braunfels has a Planning & Zoning Commission, a comprehensive master plan, and city taxes are among the lowest in the state for a city of our size and has not seen an increase in the last six years. fast-tract permitting is a service available for new industries location to New Braunfels.

The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Inc.provides professional recruiting and marketing services to the city's economic development corporation and economic development foundation. The City Council sets goals for community development, progress and The Chamber strives to build upon and support these goals.

The professional staff of the Chamber of Commerce has the capabilities and resources to assist prospective new companies in all phases of site selection. Assisting existing businesses and industries is a high priority.

The community is committed to quality development in all parts of the area and has established numerous economic development programs designed to enhance our business climate.

The following economic programs are offered to assist interested business and industries in their expansion or relocation:

• Economic Development Incentives such as grants and loans
• Reinvestment Zone Designation
• Triple Freeport Exemption
• Industrial Development Bond Financing
• State-sponsored programs
• Tax Abatements
• TIFS/TIRZ
• Economic Development Staff