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Many Incentives for Locating at Ak-Chin

AZ gold certified siteThe Arizona Commerce Authority has confirmed Santa Cruz Commerce Center as an Arizona Gold Certified Site. Many of the incentives offered by the State of Arizona and other agencies are still applicable to businesses on the Reservation. To find out more about incentives offered by state, federal and other agencies visit the Arizona Commerce Authority.

In addition, there are some key incentives that make Ak-Chin even more attractive.

WANT TO INITIATE A PROJECT?

Interested in developing a project at Ak‑Chin? All Submittal Requirements are included in this downloadable PDF.

AK-CHIN ADVANTAGES

PROJECT FAST TRACKING

Allows businesses to relocate and expand quickly to Ak-Chin. All plan reviews, permitting and approvals are handled in house to speed time to market

Build-to-Suit Funding

Allows qualified lessees to substantially reduce front-end costs for a new facility

LEASE CUSTOMIZATION

Permits leases to be crafted on a case-by-case basis

LOW TAXES

Certain state, county, and local taxes do not apply and certain Native American incentives do

No Allotted Land

Simplifies processes as tenants do not have to deal with individual property owners

Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity

Provides assurance that mitigates risks

FEDERAL & TRIBAL INCENTIVES*

New Market Tax Credits

Attracts private investment in economic development projects in distressed communities with a 39% federal tax credit that can be claimed over 7 years

Foreign Trade Zone

Allows companies to move foreign and domestic merchandise into zones without payment of duties, quota and other import restriction

Work Opportunity Credit

Provides a 40% tax credit on the first $6,000 of wages paid to members of certain targeted groups, and to employers who hire qualified long-term unemployment recipients

* Consult your tax advisor for the applicability to your business

Santa Cruz Commerce Center target industries include fabricated metal manufacturing, construction suppliers, agribusiness, rental and repair services, and aviation-related services.

The Advantages of Locating in Arizona

As the state’s leading economic development organization, the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) offers a number of incentive and grant programs to help companies flourish in Arizona’s economy. Some state programs do not apply on Indian Reservations. Please consult with your tax advisor or you may find more information at this IRS link.

Visit the Arizona Commerce Authority for a complete description of the latest ACA programs.

Helpful Links

State Resources

Arizona Commerce Authority
Work in Arizona
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Arizona Department of Revenue
IRS Tribal Tax Information

State Economic Indicators

Arizona: Business First Economic Data
Arizona Economic Indicators
Arizona Industries
Current Economic Indicators

City and County Resources

Greater Phoenix Economic Council
Pinal Alliance for Economic Growth
City of Maricopa
City of Maricopa Profile
­Maricopa Chamber of Commerce


City of Casa Grande
City of Casa Grande Profile
Casa Grande Chamber of Commerce
Economic Development Group of Eloy
Pinal County

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New Hydroponics Operation to Grow its Business at Ak-Chin

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On July 19, Ibarra Family Farms broke ground on its first U.S. hydroponic operation at Santa Cruz Commerce Center, the Ak-Chin Indian Community’s industrial park. The wholesale operation will produce leafy greens for farmers markets, supermarkets and local restaurants. Phase1 will consist solely of the installation of a 16,128 SF pre-engineered/pre-fabricated greenhouse manufactured by Cravo […]

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What do our enterprise partners say?

Never in our twenty years have we worked with a group so determined for excellence … I am honored to be a part of Ak-Chin’s history and to work with a team of such high character and dedication to growth.

Caesars Entertainment is proud of our 20-year relationship with the Ak-Chin Indian Community. As the only tribal gaming enterprise in Arizona with an international management partner, we value and commend the Community’s continued commitment to bringing quality entertainment to the Valley.

With a shared heritage in farming, Ak-Chin and Hickman’s have cultivated a strong partnership. In an environment committed to product excellence, long-term environmental sustainability, and high standards for food safety, our business has been able to grow and expand.

The Ak-Chin Indian Community has been a tremendous partner for Troon Golf. Their support in making substantial investments in Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club has created a wonderful asset of immense value not only to the Ak-Chin community but for the golf community as a whole. Their vision of elevating the facility to national prominence demonstrates the strong commitment they have for the project.