Business First Visitation Program

The Charlottesville Office of Economic Development’s Existing Business Visitation Program is designed to provide you with a single point of contact to help you find solutions for today’s business issues. This program allows you to:

• Share Your Story - Schedule an interview with one of our staff members. The meeting will include a comprehensive conversation about the past, present, and future.
• Connect with the Resources - Based on the unique needs of your business, we'll work to quickly connect you to the right resources and information in the network.
• Help Build a Better Business Community - Your feedback will provide a better understanding of the business environment and help us remove barriers to business growth.

Solutions to Business Growth Barriers

• Confidential meetings to understand challenges faced by your business
• Staff serve as liaison with City offices, agencies and officials
• Business and regulatory assistance
• Specialized assistance with business challenges

Assisting with Business Expansion

• Site/Building selection assistance
• Database of available properties for sale or lease
• Permitting/site plan guidance and application support
• Information on local, state and federal incentives

Valuable Resource Connections

• Labor market information and analysis
• Workforce development resources
• Minority business resources and programs
• Taxes and utility costs
• Grants and loan programs

Key Areas of Assistance

• Site Selection
• Workforce Development
• Permitting
• Marketing 
• Business Expansion

For more information, email the Office of Economic Development or call the office at 434-970-3717.