Lakewood Development Corporation Urban Enterprise Zone
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David Klein

David Klein
Executive Director

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The Lakewood Development Corporation administers Lakewood's Urban Enterprise Zone program and the Lakewood Foreign Trade Zone. Both programs are designed to encourage economic development through the location and/or expansion of businesses to the municipality. The LDC offers business loans and grants to certified UEZ businesses as well as numerous other business encouragement incentives.

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Latest Updates

PUBLIC NOTICE: CANCELLATION OF THE LAKEWOOD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION MEETING 7/7/25
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Lakewood Begins Development of Free Business Directory
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PUBLIC NOTICE: Lakewood Development Corporation (LDC) *Special Meeting* - Wednesday, 6/18/25
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LDC Meeting Minutes - 5/5/25
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DRAFT Agenda - Lakewood Development Corporation - 6/9/25
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LDC Meeting Minutes - 4/7/25
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DRAFT Agenda - Lakewood Development Corporation -5/5/25
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LDC Meeting Minutes - 3/3/25
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DRAFT Agenda - Lakewood Development Corporation - 4/7/25
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LDC Meeting Minutes - 2/11/25
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Related Resources

UEZ Map Locator - Find an Address in the Zone
Lakewood Township UEZ Tax Breaks & Exemptions
Sales Tax Benefits Summary
LAKEWOOD UEZ ZONE MAP
Lakewood Township UEZ Sales Use Tax Reimbursement Form
Application for 5-Year Tax Abatement & Exemption for Commerical Properties
Lakewood UEZ Project Proposal Form
LAKEWOOD TOWNSHIP URBAN ENTERPRISE ZONE (UEZ) PROJECT ELIGIBILTY POLICY
Financial Assistance Program
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Legal Notices

LAKEWOOD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM - ECOMMERCE
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Attention Riders: Lakewood Shuttle Bus Stops Now Have Proper Signage
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PUBLIC NOTICE: LAKEWOOD UEZ 5-YEAR ZONE DEVELOPMENT PLAN 30 DAY PUBLIC REVIEW & COMMENTS
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS: LAKEWOOD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR LEGAL & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - DUE Monday, 1/29/24 2:00PM
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FAQS

What is an Urban Enterprise Zone, and how do I register to become an Urban Enterprise Zone business?
Please scroll up to the download center on the right side of this page. You will find directions for certifying into the program there.
How do I start a business?
For information on how to start a business, click here
How do I find out about the upcoming business seminars?
Check this website periodically, enroll in the UEZ Updates request on this page or email us at dklein@lakewoodnj.gov to request to be on our email list to receive monthly updates.

Contact
The Lakewood Development Corporation Urban Enterprise Zone

231 Third Street
Municipal Building
Lakewood, NJ 08701
732-364-2500 ext 5260
848-207-2067
Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM
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