Guidelines for Purchase of Land in Sutherland Industrial Park
To support business development, land is available in the Sutherland Industrial Park for $1.00 — if all guidelines are met:
Buyer Responsibilities
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All legal and transfer costs are the responsibility of the buyer.
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Buyer must follow all City zoning regulations and ordinances.
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A business sign is required and must be approved by the City
Minimum Assessment Agreement
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A Minimum Assessment Agreement must be filed with the County Assessor.
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The minimum value will be based on $100,000 per acre.
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Example: A 240 ft x 160 ft lot (88% of an acre) = $88,000 minimum assessment.
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This value is:
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Transferable with future land sales
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Not bound by a specific time frame
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Development Timeline
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If no capital improvements are made within 3 years, the land will be deeded back to the City at the buyer’s cost.
Utilities
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Buyer is responsible for connecting:
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Water & sewer to the City main
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Gas & electric from the nearest access point
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Store Front Improvements Loan
This program supports front exterior improvements for local businesses.
Eligibility & Guidelines
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Applications must be submitted before the project begins to the Sutherland Economic Development Committee (SEDC).
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Limit: 1 loan per business owner, with 3 loans available per fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).
Loan Types
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Forgivable Loan:
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For businesses open 20+ hours per week in the Sutherland area
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Must repay balance if business closes or is sold
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Cannot be combined with other City incentives
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Repayment Loan:
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For businesses open less than 20 hours/week
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Loan Details
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Maximum loan: $2,000 per property owner
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Cost-sharing:
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Owner pays 25%
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SEDC loans 75% (up to the maximum amount)
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Repayment Terms:
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Forgivable Loan: 0.0% interest
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Repayment Loan: 5.0% interest
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Term: 10 months per $1,000 borrowed
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Requirements
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Submit receipts by June 30
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$35 application fee (refunded if not approved)
Spruce Up Sutherland Program
Application Deadline: April 24, 2025
Improve your home's curb appeal and receive financial support!
Eligible Projects
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House painting – Up to $600
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House siding & soffit – Up to $2,500
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House removal (beyond repair) – Up to $2,500
How It Works
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Submit your application to City Hall by April 24, 2025.
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Approved applicants will be notified by April 30, 2025.
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Project must match application and be completed by October 31, 2025.
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Receipts due by October 31; Reimbursements issued after July 31, 2025.
Questions? Call Sutherland City Office at 712-446-2243
Download Spruce Up Sutherland Application 2025