Opportunity Zone Resources

Opportunity Zone Resources Overview The State of Connecticut is committed to helping all stakeholders optimize the opportunities in Opportunity Zones. Here are a few resources you may find helpful. State Resources Choose Connecticut Website The State of Connecticut has put together a more comprehensive online overview of the key advantages of choosing to invest in Connecticut. Learn more about all those advantages at ChooseCT — from our strategic Northeast location and growing industry sectors to our top-ranked quality of life and highly skilled workforce. Opportunity Zones Explore Connecticut’s Opportunity Zones and opportunities, view the map and search by type of development using the filters. Permit Ombudsman If you’d like help coordinating and expediting the approval of required permits within Opportunity Zones, please contact the State’s Office of the Permit Ombudsman. This Office works collaboratively with the Departments of Energy & Environmental Protection, Transportation and Public Health to streamline the permitting process. Brownfield Remediation and Development The Office of Brownfield Remediation and Development (OBRD) is a one-stop resource for brownfield redevelopment in Connecticut. If your Opportunity Zone development involves brownfields, we encourage you to learn more about the support available through this office. Historic Preservation Connecticut has a rich historical background — and a longstanding commitment to preserving that historical heritage. Developments within Opportunity Zones involving historic properties may be eligible for other types of funding support, tax credits and technical assistance. Click above to learn more about this diverse array of programs. Opportunity Zone Webinars Opportunity Zone webinars on Opportunity Zone topics are being presented to engage & inform stakeholders to help maximize the benefits of this program. 1031 Exchange vs. Opportunity Zone Tax Benefits - webinar recording, Click here to view on youtube Encouraging Investment in Opportunity Zones - webinar recording, Click here to view on youtube Diamonds in the Rough: Connecticut’s Brownfields Programs - webinar recording, Click here to view on youtube Opportunity Zones & Equity Investing in Startups and Existing Businesses - webinar recording, Click here to view on youtube. Opportunity Zone Program Deputy Commissioner Matthew Pugliese in our Department of Economic and Community Development can connect you to the right resources within the state as well as our municipalities. Feel free to contact him directly at  [email protected] or you can reach out to the OZ office at [email protected] with opportunity zone questions. Make an appointment today: Jump start conversations about your upcoming project(s)!  Sign up for a :15 introductory meeting, click here. Other Resources IRS Website The IRS website has a special section to address the frequently asked questions about Opportunity Zones. We encourage you to check out this resource here. Economic Innovation Group This bipartisan public policy organization has assembled a variety of resources for those interested in maximizing the benefits of Opportunity Zones. Explore this site for more details.