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Although every revitalization project is unique, the one thing they all have in common is the need for financing. There are many different types of financing available, from many different sources. This section presents information on a wide variety of financing options. Different financing strategies may be appropriate at different stages in the revitalization process, and a combination of strategies may be necessary to meet the financing demands of projects.

The following subsections discuss a variety of financing strategies currently used in site revitalization, including: Public Grants, Subsidized Low Interest Loans, Revolving Loan Funds, Bonds, Taxes and Special Assessments, and Private Financing. The Resources and Tools section includes links to sites offering grant-writing assistance and a tool for identifying financial resources appropriate for various brownfield revitalization projects.