What is a Recycling Zone?
In 1996, the Utah Legislature created the Utah Recycling Market Development Zone Program which focuses on recycling as an economic development tool. The zone assists businesses that collect, process, distribute or use recycled materials in their manufacturing operations, or compost.
Eligible recycling businesses that are located in designated Recycling Market Development Zones qualify for:
- 5% state tax credit on machinery and equipment
- 20% state tax credit (up to $2,000) on eligible operating expenses
- Technical assistance from state recycling economic development professionals
- Various local incentives
If your business would like to apply for Recycling Market Development Zone tax credits contact:
Governor’s Office of Economic Development
Les Prall
324 South State Street, Suite 500
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
801-538-8804
lprall@utah.gov
Utah communities with Recycling Zones
How to designate a Recycling Market Development Zone in your community