The City Council has adopted a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) policy and guidelines .  Additionally, the City has created an application form for businesses that would like to apply for TIF consideration.

Developing Your Property What you need to know about the development, construction, or remodeling of your property in Cape Girardeau .

Planning Permits If you want to build or develop property in Cape Girardeau , there are several applications you need to fill out.

Review the City’s Code of Ordinances now available online.

Operation Safe Home
City building inspectors will visit your home and give advice on improving the safety of your home..

Every day, there are City projects in our community that affect how we live and work. Projects on streets, water & sewer systems, home improvement, strategic planning, and emergency preparedness determine the quality of life in our community. Here are some activities currently in progress.

Vision 2020
Vision 2020 is the continuation of the Vision 2000 Strategic Plan , including vision statements, goals, objectives, and strategies. The final version of the plan was approved by the City Council on August 7, 2000. We also have an online sign-up form for you to get involved in implementation activities.

Transportation Trust Fund In 1995, the citizens of Cape Girardeau approved a 1/2-cent sales tax for street improvements. The TransportationTrust Fund was created to pay for the projects. A status report on the Trust Fund projects are posted here monthly.

On Aug. 8, 2000, voters approved a 5-year extension to the 1/2-cent Transportation Sales Tax , including a new list of priority street projects.

Home Rehabilitation
Grants are available to qualified applicants in Cape Girardeau .