For Local Businesses

Are you already an existing business located within the City of Roanoke?  If so, thank you for your support in the City!  There are a number of programs that are available to our existing businesses; please feel free to click on the links below to learn more about these resources, or click here to contact the Economic Development Department.

• Incentive Programs – Listing of incentive programs which may be available to your existing business should you plan to increase employment or investment in your building.
• Workforce Development Programs – Programs and resources to address your workforce needs.

• Sites and Buildings – A database of City and private-owned properties available.

• Local Resources – A list of local resources available to existing businesses.

• Business Visitation Program – The Economic Development Department makes an effort to visit our local businesses as often as possible.  Click here to learn more about the Business Visitation Program and schedule a visit with one of our Economic Development Specialists.

• Economic Development Authority – Learn more about the EDA and how they work to support existing businesses in the city of Roanoke.

• Media Center – A collection of videos, press releases, and BizNews editions to keep you up-to-date with business happenings in the City of Roanoke.

Business Owner’s Guide

The departments of Economic Development and Planning, Building, and Development have created a Business Owner’s Guide.  This document will provide your existing City business with a wealth of information and contacts, which will prove valuable should you plan to expand, renovate, or relocate your existing business.

City of Roanoke Business Owner’s Guide