A Catalyst for the
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The Allentown Neighborhood Improvement Zone Development Authority (ANIZDA) oversees and manages the Neighborhood Improvement Zone (NIZ) – a special district created by state law that is being utilized to encourage development and revitalization in center city Allentown and along the western side of the Lehigh River.
The NIZ is a powerful economic development program that has spurred over $1 billion dollars in redevelopment activity utilizing a unique tax incentive and financing tool.
The Impact
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PPL Center Event Brings $4.37 Million in Economic Impact to the Lehigh Valley
The 2023 NCAA Men’s Division 1 Ice Hockey Allentown Regionals hosted by PPL Center, held March 24 and 26 in...

2022 Year in Review
Development activity in Allentown’s Neighborhood Improvement Zone (NIZ) remained strong during 2022. It was a year that saw significant investments...

ANIZDA and Da Vinci Close on $17.45 Million in Financing to Fund Science Center
The Allentown Neighborhood Improvement Zone Development Authority (ANIZDA) has issued its $5,500,000 NIZ Term Loan Note, Series 2022 and $11,950,000...