What makes the Acadiana Planning Commission Impactful?
The APC is a nationally recognized economic and community development leader that is highly focused on results. Companies and investors looking to locate in the Acadiana region can depend on the APC to provide the staff, experience, and expertise needed to find creative solutions and meet the infrastructure needs for their project.
Why should businesses and industries invest in Acadiana?
This region is actively harnessing strong petrochemical and agricultural assets in an effort to pioneer growth in the biopharmaceutical manufacturing sector. Currently, APC has secured EDA funding to plan for the state’s first Biopharmaceutical Contract Drug Manufacturing Organization. This is a moment of innovative change in this area, the beginning of a new era of industrial growth. Businesses, employers, and investors have an opportunity to start a progressive journey with Acadiana into this profitable economic development landscape.
Partnering with the APC staff will ensure investors have the expertise, technical assistance, leverage, strategic planning, and coordination with local stakeholders for incredible success.
What are some investment incentives found in Acadiana?
Louisiana, and the Acadiana region in particular, offer the following investment incentives:
- Pro-business environment with the lowest income and property taxes in the country
- Minimal red tape
- Ideal location with multi-modal access to transportation infrastructure
- Natural resources such as oil and agricultural products
- Low cost of labor and housing
- Tax incentives including OZs (Federally designated Opportunity Zones)
If you would like to learn more about investment opportunities in Acadiana, please contact the Acadiana Planning Commission today.
