ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
URBAN DESIGN VENTURES provides Economic Development Services to both public and private entities to access Federal and State funds to create new job opportunities, assist in the start-up of new enterprises, and the expansion of existing businesses. The UDV staff provides professional expertise in preparing applications, grantsmanship, and technical assistance in economic development. Specific areas of experience include:
UDV specializes in the preparation of market analysis and project feasibility reports for specific projects and activities.
UDV specializes in the preparation of pro formas, cash flow forecasts, income statements, and sources and uses of funds.
UDV specializes in the preparation of applications and project design for public and private entities to access Federal loan funds at low interest rates for up to a 20-year term.
UDV specializes in the preparation of TIF Plans and negotiation with the local taxing bodies to borrow funds based on increased future tax revenue.
UDV specializes in the preparation of EZP applications for designation and recertification under the State Enterprise Zone programs.
UDV specializes in the preparation of applications to establish a BID and the development of project guidelines and activities for the improvement of commercial areas.
UDV specializes in the preparation of program guidelines, underwriting, and administration of RLF programs for business development.
UDV specializes in the preparation of EDI applications for grants to support economic development in communities.
UDV specializes in the preparation of applications for grant funds from the State of Pennsylvania from the RACP Program to create new jobs or improve community facilities.
UDV specializes in the preparation of strategic plans for areas to promote economic development.
