Phillipsburg Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ)
UEZ / Economic Development Office

120 Filmore Street
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865

What is the Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) Program?

The Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) Program was created to help revitalize communities, encourage business growth, and create private-sector jobs through public and private investment.

Businesses certified within the Phillipsburg UEZ District may qualify for valuable incentives and tax benefits. A portion of the sales tax collected from eligible UEZ businesses is reinvested back into the community through local improvement and development projects.

Benefits of Becoming a UEZ Business

Eligible certified businesses may receive:

• Reduced Sales Tax Collection Rate (3.3125%)
• Tax-free purchases on certain capital equipment and facility improvements
• Access to business assistance and economic development resources
• Opportunities to participate in local revitalization initiatives

UEZ Resources

• UEZ Boundary Map – Check if Your Business is Located in the Zone
  • UEZ Map – Find an Address in the UEZ Zone
• Summary of UEZ Sales Tax Benefits
  • Summary of Sales Tax Benefits for UEZ Member Businesses
• UEZ Application Assistance
  • UEZinfo@dca.nj.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Urban Enterprise Zone?

A UEZ is a designated area where businesses may qualify for tax incentives and other benefits designed to encourage economic growth and investment.

Who Qualifies for the UEZ Program?

Before applying, please review the following requirements:

1. Is Your Business Located Within the UEZ Boundary?

Your business must be physically located within the designated UEZ district.

Please note:

• PO Boxes are not eligible
• UPS, FedEx, or mail center addresses are not considered physical business locations

If you are unsure whether your business qualifies, please contact our office and we will gladly assist you.

2. Do You Have a Federal Tax ID Number?

You must have an EIN/FEIN issued by the IRS.

3. Do You Have a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate (NJBRC)?

Your business must be registered with the State of New Jersey.

If you need assistance obtaining your NJBRC, our office can help guide you through the process.

4. Is Your Business in Tax Compliance?

Businesses must be current with:

• Quarterly business tax filings
• Corporate annual reports

If you need help creating or accessing your MyNJ account, we can assist you.

How to Apply for UEZ Certification

If your business qualifies, follow these steps:

Step 1

Create or log into your NJ Premier Business Services (PBS) account and add your business.

 NJ Premier Business Services (PBS)

PBS Instructions Link.

Step 2

Select “Urban Enterprise Zone” as your Service Center in PBS.

Step 3

Complete and submit the UEZ Certification Application.

Step 4

For additional assistance:

New Jersey Urban Enterprise Zone Program
Phone: (877) 913-6837
Email: UEZinfo@dca.nj.gov

How Long Does Certification Last?

Initial UEZ certification is valid for three (3) years.

Businesses must:

• Submit annual reports each year
• Complete recertification to continue receiving benefits

Recertification notices are typically mailed approximately one month before expiration.

Stay Connected

Follow the Phillipsburg UEZ Facebook Page for updates, events, and business resources:

https://www.facebook.com/PhillipsburgNewJersey/