Business Resources

Resources for Building Stronger Businesses and Community Connections

Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits

Maximize the value of your property investments with guidance on Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits. We help property owners take full advantage of these credits, preserving Edenton’s character while building financial viability

Financial Impact Analysis

Get a clear view of the financial impact of your investments with pro forma analysis tailored to Edenton’s unique market dynamics.

Permitting and Local Advocacy

Our team is here to streamline the permitting process and act as your advocate with the municipality—helping you turn visions into reality with the support you need.

Facade Grants

Preserve the beauty of your building with our Façade Grant program, designed to support asset maintenance and the integrity of Edenton’s historic architecture.

Networking and Synergies

Connect with local businesses for collaborative opportunities that strengthen our downtown community, from expansion ventures to joint marketing initiatives.

Main Street Edenton’s primary focus is economic development through the lens of preservation. We’re here to advocate and connect the dots for entrepreneurs, building owners, and potential investors.

We offer assistance with business planning, local market analysis, Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits, design services, project funding, and much more. Your success in Edenton is our primary goal!

Facade Improvement Program

Main Street Edenton offers a matching grant for façade improvements in the downtown commercial district. The program is an incentives-based initiative to encourage the renovation of building facades and preserve the unique architectural character of our historic downtown commercial district.

Examples of eligible projects include sign replacement, door, and roof repair, removal of false fronts, canvas awning installation, historic reconstructions, and structural repair. For more information review the below documents and contact us.

Destination Downtown Facade Improvement Guidelines

Destination Downtown Facade Improvement Application

In addition to the Facade improvement grant, the North Carolina Main Street program has a partnership with the UNCG Interior Architecture Department and its Center for Community-Engaged Design to provide design assistance to designated Main Street communities across the state, including Edenton.

Undergraduate and graduate students are selected to become Main Street Fellows. The Main Street Fellows work with UNCG Interior Architecture Department Professors to complete facade rehabilitation designs and upper-story apartment conversions. To learn more about this offering and see examples of completed projects visit the following link and scroll to the bottom of the page.

Business Resources

NC Main Street

Focuses on capital, incentives, and other economic and financial tools to assist new and existing businesses, catalyze property development, and create a supportive environment for entrepreneurs and innovators that drive local economies.

Carolina Small Business Development

Carolina Small Business Development Fund is a statewide, 501(c)(3) nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution that provides capital, technical assistance, and policy research to light the way for small businesses in North Carolina.

Economic Development Partnership of NC

YOU HAVE QUESTIONS. WE HAVE ANSWERS. No matter your business needs, the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina is ready to assist.

NC Retail Merchant Association

The North Carolina Retail Merchants Association (NCRMA) is the leading advocate and business resource dedicated to promoting a positive legislative and regulatory environment for the retail industry – enhancing members’ opportunities for success. We are the expert on NC retail laws.

NC Small Business Center Network

Each local SBC can provide you with a variety of helpful resources, including links to organizations and agencies vital to the successful operation of your business.

Score

The nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, SCORE is dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow, and achieve their goals.

COA Small Business Center

College of The Albemarle’s Small Business Center offers the information and assistance you’ll need to succeed with your small business, including help with marketing, sales, bookkeeping, and management.