Home Departments Economic Development Business Resources Resources and Incentives RESOURCES AND INCENTIVES Overview The City of Lake Forest is committed to business development. We operate several programs and work with numerous organizations to offer Lake Forest businesses the best possible services and incentives. Click on the images below for more reasons why you should locate your business in Lake Forest. California First Commercial PACE allows commercial property owners to finance energy efficiency, renewable energy, water efficiency and seismic improvements for their businesses and multifamily residential projects. The financing is then repaid on property taxes over the course of up to 30 years. Expedited Business Assistance Program The City often coordinates meetings with companies and/or their commercial broker at the onset of their location or expansion. G.R.O.W. In Lake Forest Commercial PACE allows commercial property owners to finance energy efficiency, renewable energy, water efficiency and seismic improvements for their businesses and multifamily residential projects. The financing is then repaid on property taxes over the course of up to 30 years. Manufacturing Incentives The State of California offers several business incentive programs that are specific to manufacturing companies. Resource Partners The City partners with several organizations in order to provide Lake Forest businesses with the best tools and resources available. State Incentives The State of California offers several incentives to businesses looking to locate, stay, or expand in California. Recycling Market Development Zone (RMDZ) Quick Links Registration Regulations Newsletter Social Media BUSINESS RESOURCES Bids Opportunities Business Resource Guides Business Tools Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce Digital Business Packet How to Do Business With the City Lake Forest Jobs Regulations & Permits Resources and Incentives Strategic Economic Investment Project 10 Step Guide to Starting a Business (PDF) South Orange County Entrepreneurs Academy Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates and Resources COVID-19 Relief Small Business Grant Program 2022 Business Survey