Opportunity Zone Legislation
PLR Ruling 202206016: Under Section 1.1400Z2(d)-1(a)(2)(i)—A taxpayer must “timely-file” Form 8996 to self-certify as a QOF
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March 1, 2022
On February 11, 2022, the IRS released Private Letter Ruling (PLR 202206016), addressing whether a taxpayer is qualified for a late regulatory election pursuant to Treas. Reg. §§ 301.9100-1 and
Opportunity Zones were created to help stimulate the economy in low-income and distressed communities. In April 2015, a white paper was issued by the Economic Innovation Group (EIG) titled, “Unlocking