Resources
- EDC Creation Checklist (PDF)
- Economic Development Sales Tax Guide (PDF)
- Economic Development Handbook (PDF posted by Office of Attorney General, 2013)
- Local Sales and Use Tax Information
Type A EDCs Map
Type B EDCs Map
Statutes governing EDCs
- Local Government Code, Chapter 501
- Local Government Code, Chapter 504
- Local Government Code, Chapter 505
Contact us
For questions, contact the Comptroller's Economic Development and Analysis Division at (1-800-531-5441, ext. 3-4679, or at 512-463-4679.
Case Studies
Get insight from other communities and Comptroller experts on ways to implement the Type A and B sales taxes.
| Municipality | Type | Case Study | Publication Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Park | A | Communities partner with developers to build arenas, stadiums | Feb 2010 |
| Corpus Christi | A | Minor-league ball is a major league hit for Texas tourism. | June 2008 |
| Flower Mound | B | Two cents worth: Flower Mound utilizes new sales tax for services | Jul/Aug 2009 |
| Mercedes, Hillsboro, San Marcos | A | Outlet centers beef up revenues for Texas towns | Sep/Oct 2007 |
| Round Rock | B | Infrastructure solutions boost economic development | Nov/Dec 2007 |
| Seguin | A | Luring the CAT to central Texas | Sep/Oct 2009 |
| Statewide | Both | Sales, hotel occupancy taxes help cities fund downtown development. | April 2008 |
| Statewide | Both | Cities can tap state and local grants for recreational development | Sep/Oct 2008 |
| Statewide | Both | Sales tax can help cities drive transportation projects | Nov/Dec 2007 |