Resources

Within the Starke County Development Foundation, there are numerous resources available to assist in your housing plans, relocation issues, entertainment, business structures and more. Choose from the following links or call us for additional information.

Processes/Forms

Tax phase-in (tax abatement) is available for revitalization areas in Starke County. For information about eligibility and the tax phase-in process, refer to the Tax Abatement & Criteria document.

Once tax-phase-in is granted, there are local annual reporting documents that must be filed.

Even if tax phase-in is not used or if it has expired, companies must still annually file the Personal Property Tax Form 101 to avoid state penalties.

Regulatory Permits
The Starke County Development Foundation, through its Excutive Director, (execdir@starkecounty.com) assists in working with and directing your company to the appropriate regulatory agency. The Starke County Development Foundation will quickly and efficiently work with you through Starke County and its Municipalities regulations.

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation has established the Office of the Ombudsman to assist in the process of obtaining permits and approvals necessary for a business operation. The ombudsman serves as the liaison between your company, the Starke County Development Foundation, and Indiana Regulatory Agencies. "Regulatory Ombudsman"

Demographics
Demographic information for Starke County:
• STATS Indiana
• Hoosier Data
• United States Census

Cost of Doing Business
The Cost of Doing Business in Starke County is extremely attractive to companies. General information comparing Indiana to other states can be reviewed at the Cost of Doing Business in the State of Indiana