Business in Santa Clarita
Santa Clarita has become the chosen home for more than 8,000 businesses, and it’s not difficult to understand why. Our City offers small-town charm and a welcoming atmosphere. With a growing population of over 225,000 residents, this vibrant community offers a multitude of exciting opportunities for both locals and visitors alike. From captivating historical sites and live entertainment, to a thriving arts scene and diverse shopping options, Santa Clarita has established itself as a premier destination for tourists, concerts, conferences and a myriad of other engaging experiences.
The City prides itself on supporting our small businesses throughout our community. Whether you’re just thinking about creating a business or looking to expand, there are many resources to help you along your journey. Santa Clarita is also fortunate to have many community partners who are committed to assisting, advocating and supporting the needs of local businesses. These partners include the Valley Industry Association (VIA), the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce (SCV Chamber), the Small Business Development Chamber (SBDC) and the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation (SCVEDC).
As a community, we must work together to support our local economy by shopping and dining locally. Not only does this positively affect our City, but also our residents. By supporting local businesses, big or small, we can help create more jobs, reduce our carbon footprint by staying local and help cultivate our unique culture here in Santa Clarita. Additionally, a portion of every dollar spent locally is invested back into our community through our parks, roads, library branches and other essential community services. Spanning 73-square-miles, the City offers thousands of high-quality shopping and dining options, each one serving as a puzzle piece to our community.
One of the best parts about being a business in Santa Clarita is the endless opportunities to work alongside the City of Santa Clarita. Our Economic Development Division offers a Business Sponsorship program that provides an innovative and integrated marketing solution for businesses, centered on high-impact City events, facilities and programs. With dynamic marketing opportunities, the City works one-on-one with businesses to craft a package that will be unique to their needs and goals. From Concerts in the Park and the SENSES Block Party, to the Cowboy Festival and Light Up Main Street, the City can collaborate and help businesses flourish with unique marketing options.
Recognized as one of the safest places to live in the United States, as well as an award-winning business-friendly community, the City of Santa Clarita continues to be a place with ample opportunity for anyone looking to grow and develop their business. As a one-stop shop, the City is proud to help our local businesses prosper, from initial building plans and permits, to employment and marketing, our Economic Development Division is here for any questions, concerns or support. If you would like to learn about any of the information above and more, please visit econdev.santa-clarita.com or call the City’s Economic Development Division at (661)255-4347.
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