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To support strong economic growth, Mitchell County Economic Development Commission is proud to support our local realty companies. If you are looking to relocate, please feel free to contact any of the companies below. They will be able to show you anything from business to residential property.
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Mitchell County and its political sub-divisions are happy to assist businesses and/or individuals in relocating to Mitchell County. If additional information is requested, Mitchell County is eager to assist in this request.
When it comes to business expansion or individual relocation, the Mitchell County Board of Supervisors is very pro-active and attempts to be on the cutting edge of creativity. Mitchell County is enrolled in Iowa's Enterprise Program and has been supportive of other incentives made possible by the Iowa Code.
For a complete list of programs, visit the Iowa Department of Economic Development & Finance Authority- Home Base Iowa
Home Base Iowa is a U.S. Military Veteran program for a $1,000. This program is to assist those discharged under honorable conditions and who are looking to relocate to Mitchell County. The required application is available for completion below.
Home Base Iowa Application - FEMC Grant
Foundation for Enhancement of Mitchell County (FEMC): It's mission is to foster private giving, strengthen service providers, and improve the conditions of Mitchell County. For more information check out our complete overview and application packet. Deadline to apply for the 2025 FEMC grant is September 2025.
2025 FEMC: Overview & Full Application2025 FEMC: Overview & Less than $3,000 ApplicationSample Score Sheet - Construction Loan Program
The Construction Loan Program (CLP) is intended to be incentive financing which will assist businesses, individuals, or organizations with building projects located in Mitchell County. The main goal is to provide funds to improve the economic base and the appearance of Mitchell County.
CLP Guidelines and Application - Derelict/In-Fill Housing Incentive
This program assists the landowner with tearing down a derelict house with the agreement a new house will be put back in it's place within 2 years.
Guidelines - Mitchell County Spec Building
Contact a local Mitchell County Economic Development group: Osage, Riceville, St. Ansgar or Stacyville, for more information
- Revolving Loan Funds
The RLF is a Direct Loan option to Small and Emerging Private Businesses in Mitchell County. Below you can find the criteria and eligible uses for the funds.
RLF Application - Venture School Application
FOR STARTUPS ACROSS THE STATE OF IOWA
For more information visit: John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center
"Venture School has been a huge success factor in our company’s growth. Using its models and led by its people, we built internal teams to launch new products and services which allowed us to scale up our business." - Data for Decision Makers
The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Indicators Program provides data and information for decision makers at the local, regional, and state levels. The program is composed of three signature components: a Data Portal, the Data for Decision Makers publications, and Data Literacy training. Click the button below for the Mitchell County Profile report. For more information, visit their website at: Indicators (iastate.edu)
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