Enterprise Zone Investment Tax Credit
Three percent of qualified investment in eligible property
Qualifying new sawmill or wood-products production machinery can fit.
Fit 2/3Difficulty 2/3Not refundable
Colorado
5 programs in the 2026 edition.
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5 programs0 refundableEasiest: Enterprise Zone Investment Tax CreditTop: Equipment, Investment, Economic Development
Programs
Enterprise Zone Job Training Credit
Twelve percent of qualifying investment in a structured
A mill's structured training in scanner operation, kiln controls, maintenance, or other job skills may qualify.
Fit 2/3Difficulty 2/3Not refundable
Enterprise Zone New Employee Credit
$1,100 for each qualifying additional business-facility
A qualifying permanent mill or wood-products facility in a zone can fit.
Fit 2/3Difficulty 2/3Not refundable
Enterprise Zone Research and Development Credit
3% of qualifying research-and-experimental expenditures in
A mill or forest-products manufacturer may qualify through properly substantiated research into products or processes conducted in the zone.
Fit 1/3Difficulty 2/3Not refundable
Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit
Up to
Large expansions can negotiate a performance-based credit tied to new jobs and payroll.
Fit 1/3Difficulty 3/3Not refundable