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The City of Salem helps support the growth and development of small and startup businesses in our community. Please contact City of Salem Economic Development Division staff at 503-588-6178 so that we may assist you in navigating the available resources.
Regulatory
- City of Salem Zoning
- Zoning classifications in the Salem Revised Code determine how you can use and develop property. There may be steps you take to use your building and/or land for a business.
- City of Salem Building Permits (Occupancy)
- City of Salem Sign Regulations
- State of Oregon Business Planning and Registration
- Guides for Business Startup
- State of Oregon Permitting and Licensing
Advising and training
- Chemeketa Small Business Development Center
- Latino Microenterprise Development Program
- Merit NW
- SEDCOR
Consulting and R&D
- Food Innovation Center
- Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Center
- Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership
Financial
- Business Oregon
- City of Salem
- Mid-Valley Angel Fund
- Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments (Note: Loan application assistance only.)
- Nonprofit Lenders: Please contact us for more information.
- U.S. Small Business Administration
Government contracting
- Certification Office for Business Inclusion and Diversity
- Oregon Government Contract Assistance Program
- Oregon Procurement Information Network
Networking
- Latino Business Alliance
- Salem Area Chamber of Commerce
- Salem Capitol Connections
- Technology Association of Oregon
Startup business-specific
- Co-Working Spaces
- Launch Mid-Valley
- Oregon Entrepreneurs Network
- OTBC Virtual Incubation Program (VIP)
Workforce development and talent
- Educational partnerships:
- Willamette Workforce Partnership
Other helpful information
Additional resources
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Financial IncentivesSalem offers a variety of services, resources, and financial incentives to help your business and support economic growth.