Economic Development​​​​​​​​

The Office of Economic Development is here to offer support as you look to grow or expand your business in Sacramento County. Our team has expertise in business development, expansion strategies and working with local regulatory agencies to find solutions for your business needs.  

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Strategic Plan

Learn how Sacramento County’s Strategic Plan guides economic growth, workforce development, and community investment. Explore priority goals, measurable outcomes, and ongoing initiatives designed to strengthen our economy and improve quality of life for residents and businesses across the region.

Strategic Plan

Starting a Business

Thinking about starting or growing a business in Sacramento County? Access step-by-step guidance, local resources, and support services to help you plan, launch, and operate successfully. From permits and licensing to financing and technical assistance, find the tools you need to move forward with confidence.

Starting a Business

Business Environmental Resource Center (BERC)

Navigating environmental regulations can be complex. The Sacramento Business Environmental Resource Center provides coordinated guidance to help businesses understand requirements, connect with permitting agencies, and avoid delays.

Sacramento Business Environmental Resource Center (BERC)

Sidewalk Vendor Program

Senate Bill 946 authorizes local governments to establish regulations that promote public safety and manage sidewalk vending activities, including rules governing the time, place, and manner of operation.

Sidewalk vendor program

2024 Year End Review

Learn about Economic Development's contributions to our local region in 2024 from business development to grant administration.

 

 

News & Updates

Sidewalk Vending Program

01/09/2026

Senate Bill 946 authorizes local governments to establish regulations that promote public safety and manage sidewalk vending activities, including rules governing the time, place, and manner of operation.

​​​​​​​​​​Site Selection Services

01/08/2026

The Office of Economic Development works in collaboration with the commercial and industrial real estate community and assists site selectors and brokers with identifying available properties that accom​​modate their project requirements. We are able to engage internal and external partners to move pro​jects from approval to grand opening as efficiently as possible.