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Businesses in Phoenix: Locate Your Business Here

There has never been a better time to own a business in Downtown Phoenix. As new restaurants, bars, art galleries and entertainment venues sprout up alongside law firms, banks and professional services, the Downtown Phoenix business market is booming. With more than one million square feet of office space under construction and other spaces being converted into funky galleries and restaurants, downtown is a unique place to do business in the Valley. Even with the downturn in the overall economy, retail sales for the third quarter were up by 4.1 percent in downtown, while they were down citywide by 5.5 percent. Hotel revenues were similarly up by 5.6 percent, while they fell citywide by 5.5 percent. We invite you to view the following business resources as you begin your effort to join the Downtown Phoenix business community!

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Helpful Links

Community & Economic Development Department
Provides documentation & programs to help stimulate economic activity. Reports include the 2007-2012 ED plan, incentive zone locator, the development process guide, and more.

Development Services Department
Contact the DSD about reviewing building, site and civil construction plans for compliance, issuing permits, inspecting construction and issuing a certificate of completion or occupancy.

Historic Preservation Office
Provides information about protecting and enhancing historic neighborhoods, buildings and sites in Phoenix.

Neighborhood Services Department
The Neighborhood Services Department was created to preserve and revitalize Phoenix neighborhoods and to help residents access city services.

Online Construction Permit Resources Portal
Apply for a building permit, schedule an inspection, search for existing permits, and more.

Planning Department
Information about zoning issues, area and neighborhood development plans, and long range growth strategies.