The West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) offers a range of incentives and programs aimed at fostering the continued growth and vitality of DowntownWPB.
Business Incentive Grant
The grant shall not exceed 25% of the total project cost up to a maximum of $75,000.
Application Fee – $94.74
Click Here to apply. Anyone with additional questions can contact Teneka James-Feaman at TJames@DowntownWPB.com.
Façade Improvement
Grants to business owners or property owners for up to 50% of the cost of exterior improvements made to building façades in the DDA district for awnings, signs, landscaping and other similar exterior improvements.
Storefront: Up to $10,000
Building façade that is 25,000 sq ft or larger: Up to $20,000
Click Here to apply. Anyone with additional questions can contact Teneka James-Feaman at TJames@DowntownWPB.com.
Grand Opening Assistance
Reimbursement toward expenses that are directly related to the Grand Opening.
Up to $1,000
Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches Annual Membership – Value of $450 for your first year.
Parklet Grant Program
The Parklet Grant Program offered by the West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is providing funding to downtown businesses within the WPB DDA District Boundaries to upgrade or install a parklet. The program will reimburse eligible expenses incurred by downtown businesses related to the outdoor development, construction, and operation of a parklet. The WPB DDA encourages downtown small businesses to apply.
Phase 1 Application | Phase 2 Application
Additional opportunities available to businesses can be found at:
City of West Palm Beach
The City of West Palm Beach offers a superlative business climate bolstered with all you need to prosper and succeed, combined with a local pro-business government and a vibrant, supportive business community. Ranked by Forbes Magazine as the #1 city in Florida for business and careers, West Palm Beach offers all you need for business and life. See how our city can assist you: Click Here
West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)
The Community Redevelopment Agency is a local government agency that works in collaboration with residents, property owners, businesses, developers and other community organizations to foster redevelopment within the CRA Districts. Among their priorities include public safety, beautification, streetscape and infrastructure improvements, economic development, affordable housing, business incentives, marketing and special events, and historic preservation. See how the CRA can assist you: Click Here
Business Development Board (BDB)
The Business Development Board is your countywide resource for information on relocating or expanding your business to or in Palm Beach County. Their services include help with permitting, incentive funding assistance, workforce development, research services, and site selection, as well as project management and connections to public/private resources. See how the BDB can assist you: Click Here