Fast-Track Commercial Incentive Program

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors is committed to creating a business-friendly environment that encourages commercial growth. An important component of business growth is encouraging and assisting commercial development opportunities that enhance the tax base.

The Fast-Track Commercial Incentive Program is designed to streamline the development process, provide process certainty, reduce approval times and provide a central point of contact.

Prospective Fast-Track applicants should contact Katy Lowitz to determine if their project qualifies. After determining the criteria are met and completing the Fast Track application form, Economic Development will submit the request to the Office of the County Administrator, who has final approval of the application.

Success = Achievement of 100 Percent of Final Negotiated Timelines

Fast-Track Criteria

Loudoun’s Commitment to You

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Download a fast-track commercial incentive application

Fast Track is available for targeted industries including information communication technology, federal government contracting agencies, aerospace and airport supportive businesses, and projects supporting those industry groups. Other commercial projects meeting the criteria may also be considered.

Project Details

1. Projects that have an appropriately zoned site that is controlled by the applicant.
2. Projects must have a defined project team with a single point of contact.
3. Projects must present a proposed timeline for review with a county team.

Project Estimated Economic Impact

1. Estimated project investments including land, building and interior improvements must be provided.
2. Job creation estimates.

Applicant Commitment

1. Must build the project upon receiving county approval.
2. Participation in debriefing sessions following county approval.
3. Participation in the promotion of process upon approval.

Loudoun's Commitment

- Dedicated Project Manager: A project manager from Economic Development will be assigned as a main contact and will facilitate movement through the county development process.

- Top of the List: County reviewing agencies will move the project to the head of review lines for the entire development review process.

- Special Review Team: Representatives from county review agencies will be identified by the Department of Economic Development project manager and work as a team to ensure consistency and good communication, from project start to completion.

- Aggressive Timelines: The county project manager works with the applicant to establish a review process that meets agreed upon timelines.

With You Every Step of the Way

Locate In Loudoun: Our real estate intelligence manager is available to generate land and building reports that meet your needs and specifications.
Navigate the Process: Our team will work with you on any zoning and permitting questions, as well as help you navigate the county’s process to open your business. Learn more our Fast-Track Commercial Incentive Program, which can shorten the development process by up to 75% for qualifying projects.
Develop Your Workforce: Our Workforce Development Manager is a dedicated resource for talent development, overseeing the Work In Loudoun initiative. Whether your client needs help with workforce attraction, retention or upskilling, our team can provide the introductions and access to resources to keep up with your client’s growth plans.

As a member of the Strategic Initiatives Team within the Department of Economic Development, Katy Lowitz assists businesses in navigating through the county’s development process.

She has more than 14 years of experience in the local land development industry and possesses extensive knowledge of the county’s zoning ordinances, Comprehensive Plan and other county regulations. Lowitz serves as an ombudsman with an enthusiastic and friendly approach to facilitate streamlined communication between applicants and the appropriate reviewing agencies.

Lowitz has been a resident of Loudoun County since 2005, where she currently resides with her husband and two daughters. Her favorite pastime is to travel the world with her family.

Katy Lowitz

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