Site Development Grant
The Site Development Grant from the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development funds infrastructure and site readiness projects to prepare industrial sites for future development.
Funder: Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
Due Dates: October 15, 2026: Letter of Intent Due | November 19, 2026: Applications Due
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000,000 per project; due diligence grants capped at $100,000; community match required, varies by county tier.
Summary: Supports Tennessee communities in preparing industrial sites for development through infrastructure, property acquisition, and site assessment.
Key Information: Only governmental entities in Tennessee (e.g., cities, counties, industrial development boards) may apply; one application per entity/site.
Description
The Site Development Grant, administered by the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD), aims to enhance the readiness and competitiveness of industrial sites across Tennessee. The program provides funding to improve Select Tennessee certified sites and supports other locations in progressing toward certification. Eligible activities include construction of access infrastructure, property acquisition, due diligence studies, brownfield remediation, and site preparation. The grant is designed to help communities position their properties for future economic growth and industrial investment.
