Incentives

Midland Development Corporation Incentives

Midland has an array of local and state incentives available to qualified and diversified companies. The Development Corporation Act of 1979 gives cities the ability to finance new and expanded business enterprises in their local communities through economic development corporations. The MDC may provide job creation incentives, skills training incentives, and performance agreement incentives to qualified applicants. All MDC incentives are subject to final approval by the MDC Board of Directors and Midland City Council. 

For all requirements and to apply, please see the MDC Incentives Application Form

Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreements

Chapter 380 of the Texas Local Government Code authorizes municipalities to offer incentives designed to promote economic development such as commercial and retail projects. Eligible projects must be located within the city limits of Midland, Texas, and all applications are subject to final approval by the Midland City Council.

To apply, please see the City of Midland Chapter 380 Application Form

Please send completed applications to Sara Harris. If you have questions or need assistance, please email or call 432-253-8018. 

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See a high-level summary of state incentives and programs offered by the Office of the Governor, Economic Development & Tourism office, at www.TexasWideOpenForBusiness.com. Download the PDF Overview Here