Any retail business that has begun operations after May 1, 2023, has not previously operated the business in the Central Business District, and is located in a previously vacant, condemned, structure or former professional office-building is eligible for a 10-year Business and Occupation tax waiver. This waiver is directly tied to municipal sales tax replacement revenues, with most businesses receiving this waiver being engaged in the sale of personal property or services which are subject to a sales/use tax in the State of West Virginia.
Ten Year Program
First 5-years, 100% City of Clarksburg Business and Occupation tax waiver.
Next 5-years: 50% City of Clarksburg Business and Occupation tax waiver.