Due to the lack of development within the Main Street area the Town decided that incentives would be needed to attract new development and redevelopment in this area of town.

The Town of Payson currently has available or are currently developing the following incentives: (Scroll down to see them all.)

Development Regulations

The Town has developed a zoning program within the Main Street area that is far more lenient. Examples include:

• Abolishing setback requirements except when adjoining residential development
• Providing options for providing parking spaces and a special process to make parking regulations more flexible
• Decreasing the required open space requirements
• Increasing the allowable building coverage on a lot
• Allowing outside land use activities for commercial activity
• Allowing cafes to actually encroach on rights of way
• Allowing mixed uses such as residential & commercial together

Development Review

The Town recognizes that time is money for the business community, and has reduced the plan review time in half for Main Street development projects.

Development Fees

The Town Council has approved the allocation of $100,000 for the purpose of buying down the charge for development impact fees. Fees may be partially or completely paid by the Town. The Town is currently working to establish guidelines for the reduction of plan review and building permit fees.

Main Street Program

The Town has established a Main Street Program with professional staff available to assist you in establishing your business on Main Street. The Main Street Project Manager is available to meet with you and assist with processing your proposals through the appropriate channels.

The Main Street Program also has a nine member Board of Directors who are currently striving to ensure that you have the best opportunity to succeed with your business.

Commercial Rehab Program

The Town is currently funding a commercial rehab program that will provide up to $10,000 in grant funds to improve the current appearance of existing structures on Main Street.

Payson Regional Economic Development Corporation

The Payson Regional Economic Development Corporation is also available to assist your business in locating within the Town of Payson. Scott Flake is the current manager for this program and is located in the Main Street Office at 600 South Green Valley Parkway in Payson.