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Spokane Neighborhoods Nominated for Federal Investment Program

1 report, 1 independent Updated Wed 00:00
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What happened

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Seven neighborhoods in Spokane were nominated for the Opportunity Zones two-point-oh program. This updated federal project offers tax incentives to encourage investors and developers to build in low-income and rural communities. The U-S Treasury Department must certify the nominations.

From spokanepublicradio.org

Why it matters

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Local and Washington state leaders state the program will bring new housing and business to the region. Officials expect the federal program to increase housing supply in the area by encouraging construction.

From spokanepublicradio.org

Who's involved

  • Bob FergusonWashington state leader promoting the program
  • SpokaneCity where the investment program is being implemented

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Spokane CountySpeculative

    Spokane County could face increased administrative costs related to certifying nominations and managing development.

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