Buda Local Enterprise Assistance Program (LEAP)
2024-2025

Application

The purpose of the Local Enterprise Assistance Program (LEAP), formerly known as the Small Business Incentive, is to assist new or existing Buda-based small businesses in achieving growth and expansion by promoting new development, business expansion, and renovation of existing buildings/businesses in accordance with the City of Buda building regulations.

Instructions: Please review the resource links to help you complete your application. Only online applications will be accepted; however, a PDF of the application is provided to help you gather information and prepare. The online application must be completed in one session.

Resources

Buda LEAP Guide
Vendor Packet
PDF of Application

Business Information

Applicant Name (Full Name)*

Email*

Phone Number*

Relationship to Business*

Company Name*

Street Address*

Street Address 2*

City*

State*

Postal Code*

Business Owner(s) Name(s)*

Business Category/NAICS Code*

Hours of Operation
Include days and times you are open for business.*

Number of Business Locations*

Number of Years in Business*

Current Number of Full-Time Employees*

Current Number of Part-Time Employees*

Logo
Upload your Logo (for shared marketing)*

Social Tags*

List of your business social media tags on each platform utilized.

Incentive Request Details

Type of Incentive (Check all that apply)*

Descriptions of the incentive types and award limits may be found in the LEAP process document.

Building Improvements/Public Facing Beautification

Workforce & Training

Equipment & Software

Marketing

Amount Requested*

Project Description*

Provide a detailed description of the project for which you are seeking an incentive. Include the purpose, scope, proposed budget, timelines, and expected outcomes.

Quotes/Estimates*

Attach at least one quote/estimate for the proposed work.

Eligibility Requirements

Location Verification
Is your business located in, or in the process of opening in, the Buda City Limits or Buda ETJ (Check Map)*

Yes

Attach Photo of Business Location on Map*

Vendor Packet*

Please attach completed vendor packet including the Conflict of Interest for your business to allow incentive payment to be issued.

Authorization (if applicable)

Please attach written authorization from the property owner for building improvements/beautification projects.

Home-Based Business (if applicable)

Attach a copy of the previous IRS business tax return. To be eligible, home-based businesses must have an annual gross revenue total greater than $20,000 and have been open for at least one year.

By completing the signature line below, I certify that the information provided in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the Buda Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will review and make the final decision on my application, and I agree to comply with all program requirements. I acknowledge that the Board may amend, adjust, or eliminate the program at any time and that incentives are competitive and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until program funds are depleted.

Applicant Signature (Full Name)*

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Buda Local Enterprise Assistance Program (LEAP)2024-2025