New Jersey offers a number of programs to encourage the redevelopment of the state's urban areas.
These include a number of financial benefits for those companies creating jobs within urban areas, as well as financial assistance for businesses taking part in urban redevelopment. Urban Enterprise Zones exist in 29 municipalities in New Jersey. These UEZ's provide significant incentives and benefits to qualified businesses located within their borders. Low and no-interest loans, loan guarantees, equity investrments, and technical assistance are available through the New Jersey Redevelopment Authority and New Jersey Economic Development Authority Financing.