Grow with us downtown.

Targeted Revitalization Fund

The purpose of this fund is to enhance the quality and overall appearance of Sioux City’s Downtown streetscapes. This fund is maintained by Downtown Partners to support the downtown service area in addressing specific problem properties and new development needs that will make a positive impact. Funds may be available to properties within the district who plan and complete permanent storefront and building exterior improvements.

Vacant Land Available

Several vacant parcels are available for new development in Downtown Sioux City. Financing is available to assist developers in construction of new businesses.

Buildings Available for Rehabilitation

Sioux City is well-known for its adaptive reuse of properties in the downtown area through the use of a wide assortment of financing tools, we have the ability to offer assistance in rehabilitating sound structures in Downtown.

Additional Economic Development & Business Assistance

The following links can provide you with assistance in locating many of the services and programs available for business and industry in Sioux City. If you have any questions concerning specific links, please do not hesitate to contact ragencote@downtownsiouxcity.com.

Siouxland Chamber of Commerce

Represents businesses in the Siouxland area.
www.siouxlandchamber.com

City of Sioux City

Web home to all of Sioux City governmental programs and benefits.
www.sioux-city.org

City of Sioux City Economic Development

The City offers access to a number of programs that can assist you in financing your project.
www.locatesiouxcity.com

Sioux City Property Tax Assessor

A full service site offering assistance concerning property values in the City of Sioux City.
www.woodbury-ia.com/departments/assessorCity

MidAmerican Energy

Energy supplier for the Sioux City Metropolitan Area. MidAmerican participates in economic development project through a loan program based on job creation.
www.midamerican.com

Siouxland Economic Development Corporation

An SBA Certified Development Corporation for the purpose of helping small business to package financial assistance in business expansion and creation. SEDC operates a revolving loan fund that provides gap financing at rates that are 2% below bank rates on a fixed term up to 10 years. Loans are available with 10% down for a maximum of $100,000.
www.siouxlandedc.com

Siouxland Initiative

The Siouxland Initiative is a partnership of business and government designed for the purpose of marketing, job creation, job retention, and business expansion. A portion of the Siouxland Initiative funds are set aside for direct assistance to business in the form of loans for job creation and retention.
www.siouxlandchamber.com

U.S. Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency

Providing business assistance to minority or women owned businesses.
www.mbda.gov/

Siouxland Interstate Metropolitan Planning Council

Providing assistance through information concerning the regional transportation network.
www.simpco.org

Iowa Finance Authority

State organization that provides financing tools for housing and community development projects.
iowafinance.com

Iowa Department of Economic Development

State agency offering assistance and information for business expansion, attraction, and creation.
www.state.ia.us/government/ided/