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Williamson County Approves Tax Incentives for Compal Project in Georgetown
The Taiwanese tech company plans to build a major server service center that could create up to 500 new jobs.
Apr. 16, 2026 at 12:49am
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A high-tech server infrastructure project promises to bring hundreds of new jobs to the Georgetown region.Georgetown TodayWilliamson County commissioners have approved a tax incentive agreement for Compal USA Technology Inc., a Taiwanese technology company planning a major facility in Georgetown. The project calls for a minimum capital investment of $35 million and is expected to create at least 100 full-time jobs within three years, with the potential to ultimately bring around 500 new jobs to the area.
Why it matters
The Compal project represents a significant economic development win for Williamson County and the city of Georgetown, attracting a major international tech company to the region and creating hundreds of new high-paying jobs. It also highlights the county's efforts to use tax incentives to attract new businesses and investment.
The details
Under the Chapter 312 tax abatement agreement approved by the Commissioners Court, Compal must employ at least 100 full-time workers within three years. If the company meets the required benchmarks, the county will abate 30% of the assessed value of the land, with the total estimated value of the abatement being around $526,000 over the agreement period. The City of Georgetown also approved its own incentive package for Compal in December 2025.
- The Commissioners Court approved the tax incentive agreement on April 16, 2026.
- Construction on the Compal facility is expected to begin by August 1, 2026 and be completed by February 18, 2027.
The players
Compal USA Technology Inc.
A Taiwanese technology company planning a major server service center facility in Georgetown, Texas.
Williamson County Commissioners Court
The governing body of Williamson County, Texas that approved the tax incentive agreement for the Compal project.
City of Georgetown
The city in Texas that also approved its own incentive package for the Compal project in December 2025.
What’s next
Construction on the Compal facility is expected to begin by August 1, 2026 and be completed by February 18, 2027.
The takeaway
The approval of tax incentives for the Compal project highlights Williamson County's efforts to attract new businesses and investment, particularly in the technology sector, which can bring significant economic benefits to the region in the form of new jobs and economic activity.
