It's Better Underground
Rock City's unique environment offers multiple advantages over conventional developments.
LOWER LEASE RATES FOR A WIDE RANGE OF USES
Rock City is adaptable to virtually any need, from cold storage and warehousing and distribution, to light manufacturing. Lease rates are lower than comparable above-ground facilities.
LOWER ENERGY COSTS
With ambient temperatures ranging from 53 to 58 degrees year round, Rock City is permanently insulated against the heat and cold. The result: lower energy consumption, resulting in utility cost savings of 40% or more, compared to conventional structures.
REDUCED CONSTRUCTION COSTS
Foundations, floors and ceilings at Rock City are all provided by nature, dramatically reducing the amount of steel and other building materials needed to build out a space. Masonry walls, poured floors, docks, lights, sprinklers and office finish work are the extent of construction needed to develop most projects. Construction costs, in fact, are typically about one-half of aboveground buildings.
MINIMAL MAINTENANCE COSTS
Imagine a building that will never need a new roof. Your business will also be safely protected from all the outside elements: wind, rain, ice, snow and other weather, including earthquakes. In addition, there are no storm water issues; this facility will last for many generations.
TAX SAVINGS
Real estate taxes at Rock City are substantially below what you might pay above ground. Plus, you’ll pay no personal property, manufacturing, earnings or equipment taxes. The entire underground development was established as a Tax Increment Financing District. Future TIF income will provide funds for additional infrastructure and maintenance.
OTHER ECONOMIC INCENTIVES
Organizations that locate in Rock City may be Eligible for more than a dozen other tax credits and grants, including training and relocation funds, sales tax exemptions, Large Business Development Grants and USDA Rural Development funds, among others.
The Underground Alternative
Rock City makes operating any business more economical
No matter what business you’re in, Rock City will save you money by eliminating many of the standard costs of operating a business.
Imagine locating your business in a place where there are:
- No heating or cooling costs
- No or low water costs
- Low electricity costs
- No costs for parking, staging, street or parking lot lights, or storm water detention
- No landscape maintenance or roof replacements
- No personal property, manufacturing, earnings or equipment taxes
To set up a tour or for more information, call Joe Koppeis at 618-281-3400.
You’ll be glad you did!
This is the most incredible project you have ever seen!
