Eligible Businesses Must:  (See full Program Guidelines for details, and are subject to change)

• Be located in the City of Albany. 

• Have no more than 20 full-time or full-time equivalent employees. 

• Not be a Franchise or Chain

• Be a registered New York State business. 

• Be engaged in activities that are legal under New York and federal law. 

• Must be in good standing with local, state, and federal agencies, including Taxes, building and codes, and law enforcement. 

• Businesses must currently have undisputed and valid permits to operate the business.