Where Business Takes Flight

The Department of Economic Development takes a proactive approach to attract businesses to Dayton and keep them here. By offering programs and services that assist large and small businesses, we help all companies grow and prosper.

We provide the following programs and services to Dayton’s business community:

• Site selection assistance for new or expanding businesses
• Assistance with permits and the plan review process
• Coordination with financial partners for cost effective financing solutions
• Referrals to regional resource partners for free or low-cost services
• Creation of "shovel ready" sites through Brownfield redevelopment like Tech Town
• Real estate development and site assembly assistance
• Annexations of commercial property for enhanced city services