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METCO Intake Form

The Metropolitan Business Development Corporation (METCO) administers Louisville Metro Government’s small business and commercial property loans for new and expanding businesses in Jefferson County. Loans can be used for start-up and expansion costs, including equipment purchases, buildout, and working capital, as well as for commercial property improvements. Loan applications are evaluated on: business plan, financial feasibility, owner experience, and credit-worthiness. Collateral is required for all METCO loans except the Business Accelerator Loan. Please complete this form to inquire about METCO loans.

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A business plan is required to be considered for a METCO loan.
Please note that the METCO program is not a primary lender and is only intended to provide gap financing or financing in cases where traditional financing options are not available. Loans can be used for start-up and expansion costs, including equipment purchases, buildout, and working capital, as well as for commercial property improvements. Loan applications are evaluated on: business plan, financial feasibility, owner experience, and credit-worthiness. Collateral is required for all METCO loans except the Business Accelerator Loan.
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