It is the intent of the Town of Fishers to customize the offering of tax abatements-incentives on a case-by-case basis and to allow maximum flexibility in addressing the unique concerns of each applicant while enabling the Town to respond to the changing needs of the community.  The criteria outlines below will be used to determine whether it is in the best interest of the Town of Fishers to provide incentives to a particular applicant.  The degree to which the specified project furthers the goals and objectives of the Town will determine whether tax abatements for up to 10 years may be considered.  While a business might be eligible for tax abatement, tax abatement can only be received if applied for and approved prior to start of construction.  The Fishers Town Council retains sole authority to approve or deny any tax abatement application.

Permitting
For Town Council approved projects PERMITTING MAY BE ACCOMPLISHED ON A “SAME DAY” BASIS  pending submittal of required documents.

The Town will provide a staff member, who along with the Director of Development, will serve as project ombudsman during the approval and construction process.

http://www.fishers.in.us/development/permits.asp

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Incentive Considerations

It is the intent of the Town of Fishers to customize the offering of tax abatements-

incentives on a case-by-case basis and to allow maximum flexibility in addressing the unique concerns of each applicant while enabling the Town to respond to the changing needs of the community.

The criteria outlines below will be used to determine whether it is in the best interest of the Town of Fishers to provide incentives to a particular applicant.  The degree to which the specified project furthers the goals and objectives of the Town will determine whether tax abatements for up to 10 years may be considered.  While a business might be eligible for tax abatement, tax abatement can only be received if applied for and approved prior to start of construction.  The Fishers Town Council retains sole authority to approve or deny any tax abatement application.

Economic Impact Evaluation Criteria
■ Capital Investment                                                      
■ Job Creation/Wages
■ Target Industry                                                           
■ Community Involvement
■ Environmental/Community Impact                                
■ Emerging Markets/Industries
■ Linkage to National and Int’l. Markets                          
■ Public Improvements Needed
■ Impact on Existing Industry or Indicator Markets

Zoning
If the site is zoned for this use as best known at this time; and assuming the project meets all applicable zoning requirements.

SUBJECT TO TOWN COUNCIL APPROVAL, ALL REQUIRED PROCESSES WILL BE ACCOMPLISHED WITH ONLY THE STATUTORY 48 HOUR LEGAL NOTICE REQUIREMENTS.

§                     This would include a special Town Council meeting if necessary
§                     A possible Planned Development Committee meeting ( 3 members committee review)
§                     A Technical Advisory Committee meeting (Site plan review)

http://www.fishers.in.us/development/permits.asp