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About us
The City of Gainesville Economic Development Department functions as the agency responsible
for facilitating urban development and redevelopment Citywide. Department activities
are intended to nurture and grow local enterprises, expand and diversify the existing
economic base, and attract new business entities to the community. Each of these activities
is pursued with the objective of sustaining the City of Gainesville's exceptional
quality of life through an accentuation of the City's economic assets (land, labor,
capital, and entrepreneurship).
Specific projects supported by the department include:
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administration of the City of Gainesville's Enterprise Zone Program which provides
incentives to businesses located in the Enterprise Zone's three geographical sub-areas;
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shared management of the Gainesville Technology Enterprise Center, a business incubator;
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development of City owned property located at the Airport Industrial Park;
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acting as a project liaison for the business and development community with various
City agencies;
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participating in joint economic development activities with various external public
and private organizations; and,
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promotion of small business development Citywide.
We are committed to work with residents and businesses to make Gainesville a great
place to work, live, and play.
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The City of Gainesville Economic Development Office helps businesses succeed.
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Gainesville's Economic Development services support and assist existing businesses,
potential investors and business associations. If you are looking a site or building
to accommodate expansion or relocation, we can help.
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We respond to investment inquires with data and advice, and work with site selectors
to promote new investment in Gainesville.
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We have information on key industry clusters, provide statistical data and undertake
economic research to help you stay competitive.
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We manage capital improvements and work to establish and assist Business Improvement
Areas.
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If you are at start-up stage or business growth, visit our business assistance site.
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Identifying sites and buildings, assisting with approvals to accommodate growth, expansion
and relocation, and advocating for business.
Gainesville's Economic Development professional assist businesses through:
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First Steps
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Help to interpret planning and zoning regulations
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Advocate on your behalf to assist with site location information
Through direct contact, interaction with businesses, business and sector associations
and the real state community, we inform our clients about city issues, policies and
programs that affect business operations, respond to questions and voice their concerns.
For more information:
Economic Development Office
200 E University Ave.
Gainesville, Fl 32601
Phone: (352) 334-5012
Fax: (352) 334-3119
E-mail:ecodev@cityofgainesville.org
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