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Find similar grantsMedia Production Development Zone Program is sponsored by Texas Film Commission. Encourages development of permanent moving image production sites by providing tax exemptions for construction or renovation expenses.
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Media Production Development Zone Program Media Production Development Zone Program The Media Production Development Zone Act (MPDZ), established by the 81st Texas Legislature in 2009 and administered by the Texas Film Commission, is designed to encourage the further development of permanent moving image production sites to help strengthen Texas’ economy.
MPDZ allows for a sales and use tax exemption for the construction, maintenance, expansion, improvement, or renovation of a media production facility at a qualified media production location for up to a two year period. Media production facilities include, but are not limited to: animation/CGI studios, post production facilities, sound stages, video game development studios, and production office space.
Media Production Development Zone Advisory Committee Phases at-a-glance in the MPDZ Review Process The project submits a Texas Film Commission-generated application and support documentation to the local municipality or county that has jurisdiction over the proposed location.
The local city council or county commissioners court must certify the project for local benefits, and then submit a Texas Film Commission-generated application and support documentation to the Texas Film Commission. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts must certify that the project will have a positive impact on state revenue.
The Comptroller-appointed Media Production Advisory Committee must recommend the use of the exemption for the project. Finally, the Texas Film Commission must designate the location and certify the project to grant the exemption.
The review process evaluates a variety of factors associated with each project including, but not limited to: return on state investment, financial strength of the applicant, the applicant’s business history, analysis of the relevant business sector, and public and private sector financial support.
Texas Government Code, Chapter 485A – Media Production Development Zone Act Texas Administrative Code – Media Production Development Zone Rules MPDZ Designation Process Flowchart Interactive Map of Media Production Development Zones and Locations To see if your project meets the program criteria and learn how to apply, please contact us .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Available to entities developing permanent production facilities in designated zones. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Media Production Development Zone Program is funded by Texas Film Commission. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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