Finding the right space is a critical first step. Our team can help by preparing a customized list of available properties that meet your needs, whether you're opening retail, office, light industrial, or a home-based business transitioning into a commercial space.

Contact us to compile a list of available properties based on your criteria (location, size, etc.).

Before signing a lease or purchasing a property, contact the Planning Department with your proposed business address and your intended use. Planning will:

• Confirm that your business type is permitted within the zoning district
• Verify that the site has enough parking to meet ordinance requirements
• Determine whether any additional Planning reviews or approvals are needed
• Provide guidance if exterior changes are planned (signage, façade updates, site layout, landscaping, dumpsters, lighting, etc.)

Planning is your best first contact to avoid delays and ensure the property is appropriate for your business.

Once Planning confirms that your proposed use is allowed, the next step is to contact the Building Department. Based on your scope of work—or if the space only requires a change in occupancy—Building will guide you through:

• What permits are required (maybe as simple as applying for a Change in Occupancy permit)
• What plans need to be submitted
• Whether mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or fire approvals are needed
• The overall inspection sequence for your project

The Building Department will help determine the exact steps you need to take before occupying or renovating your space.

A Certificate of Occupancy is required before opening your doors to the public. It verifies that the space meets safety, use, and code requirements.