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Strategic Incentives for Growth

 Hernando County and the State of Florida offer multiple incentive programs that support job creation, capital investment, and fast-tracked development timelines. These programs are designed to reduce your time to market and improve project economics, whether you're looking to build, lease, or relocate to the Statewide Logistics Center. 

Economic Development Investment Incentive Program (EDIIP)

Economic Development Investment Incentive Program (EDIIP)

Economic Development Investment Incentive Program (EDIIP)

 Hernando County’s performance-based grant program rewards companies that create permanent jobs and make substantial capital investments. The program reduces tax burdens and supports long-term growth for qualifying logistics, industrial, and manufacturing users. 


  •  Performance-based tax rebates on ad valorem and tangible personal property taxes 
  •  Awards based on job creation, wages, and capital investment 
  •  Minimum 10 full-time jobs required 
  •  Grants up to 100% of tax increases for high-scoring projects 
  •  Requires annual documentation and Board of County Commissioners approval 

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EPIC Program: Expedited Permitting

Economic Development Investment Incentive Program (EDIIP)

Economic Development Investment Incentive Program (EDIIP)

 The EPIC Program accelerates the permitting, inspection, and certification process to help qualified businesses meet critical construction and occupancy deadlines. Ideal for time-sensitive build-to-suit or expansion projects. 


 

  • Priority permit processing and inspections
  • Dedicated EPIC Team facilitates coordination across departments
  • Shortened timeline to Certificate of Occupancy
  • Kick-off and close-out meetings to streamline approvals
  • Available to targeted industries and high-impact projects

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Wage - Based Incentives

Regional Labor & Demographics

Regional Labor & Demographics

 Wage thresholds help determine eligibility and the value of tax rebates under Hernando County’s incentive programs. Higher average wages translate to greater scoring and more competitive incentives.


  • County 2025 Average Annual Wage: $46,165
  • Projects paying 115%–150%+ of average wage may qualify for enhanced grants
  • Wage levels factor directly into incentive scoring
  • Supports companies offering competitive compensation


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Regional Labor & Demographics

Regional Labor & Demographics

Regional Labor & Demographics

 Statewide Logistics Center is centrally located within a large and growing labor shed. A 45-minute drive captures a population of over 1.5 million — with strong representation in skilled trades, distribution, and logistics sectors.


  • 1.5+ million people within a 45-minute drive
  • Strong labor force participation and employment base
  • Competitive household income levels and cost of living
  • Detailed data on education, age, ethnicity, and housing
  • Ideal for workforce-driven operations


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Visit Hernando County's Office of Economic Development for full program details and application steps. 

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