Rancho Santa Margarita is committed to providing a positive startup process. Our business community is a top priority for our city. Business and commerce play a vital role in providing the quality of life experience that our residents value the most. As such, RSM demonstrates this philosophy in a number of ways. The City does not require a business license for businesses and it does not impose any City development impact fees. Permit processing times and costs are among the lowest in Orange County. Expedited processing is featured for all permit applications. Staff works closely with the Chamber of Commerce to welcome new businesses to the community. Our City Council and staff are at the ready to help new businesses open as quickly as possible! The City of Rancho Santa Margarita is a bustling community of 50,000 residents with 43,770 additional residents located in the surrounding area of Trabuco Canyon and Coto de Caza. This strategic location within the heart of the Saddleback Valley in south Orange County is master planned with homes and businesses situated around parks and golf courses (O’Neill Park on the north, Tijeras Creek Golf Course, Dove Canyon Golf Course, and Thomas Reilly Park on the south). You are never far from anywhere in Rancho Santa Margarita.
City of Montclair
The City of Montclair implements strategies and services that will create an environment in which business can develop and prosper. It strives to create opportunities for business attraction by targeting certain growth segments of the business community—retail, office, light manufacturing, and entertainment related businesses. The City’s economic development activities are designed to stimulate business growth, both large and small, to generate local jobs. The City is highly responsive to businesses that show interest in locating in the City as well as attracting complementary business to our existing base. The City has the responsibility to create and administer programs designed to stimulate economic activity and enhance City revenues. The major areas of focus include redevelopment and expansion of new and existing commercial markets and capital improvement projects. City programs that assist businesses include the following: Business Marketing The economic development activities of the City are designed to generate jobs and stimulate investment in the community. City staff actively market and recruit business to the City in cooperation with area brokers and property owners. Business Retention, Attraction, & Expansion The City understands the important relationship between the health of the business community and the maintenance of high quality of life for its residents. For this reason, the City is committed to promoting and assisting in the success of our businesses. To achieve this goal, the City aggressively works to promote, retain, attract, and expand quality business in the City. Business Assistance City staff works jointly with the Montclair Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) staff to proactively visit businesses to learn of issues that might present obstacles to their operations. The Chamber also partners with the City of Montclair to attract quality business establishments and retain those currently doing business in the City. Together, the City and Chamber work to promote the local economy by encouraging the business and residential community to shop locally.
City of Moreno Valley
The City of Moreno Valley offers a strategic Southern California location at the junction of two major freeways, a skilled workforce of 1.1 million within 20 miles, affordable land and lease values, unique concierge service and a superior incentive package. Find out how we can accelerate your business success.
City of North Port, FL
The City of North Port is one of the fastest growing cities in the country. It is located in Sarasota County, along Interstate 75, between Tampa and Fort Myers, Florida. With explosive growth and abundant undeveloped land, this Sunshine State City is pro-business. The low taxes, low regulations, workforce development programs and quality-of-life make North Port a prime choice for any business to settle. Major players including Atlanta Braves Spring Training, King Plastic Corp., Euro-Wall and Adams Group have settled in. The city and greater Sarasota County offer local dining, one-of-a-kind arts and culture, shopping districts, beaches, and all sorts of natural Florida fun. With ready-access to Interstate-75 and proximity to airports and seaports, this South Sarasota County location is primed for industrial and commercial development, especially along I-75. Moreover, North Port is driving that development through incentives, infrastructure and investment. In Spring 2024, the city’s population topped 94,000, and is expected to hit the 100,000-residents in 2-3 years. In fact, North Port has the highest population among its more developed neighbors, leading its MSA. North Port has invested millions in critical wet infrastructure expansions, activating thousands of acres of shovel-ready sites along I-75 within the city’s major employment centers, each of which are suited for a variety of industrial, office, and commercial uses. Additionally, North Port has one of the Top 10 master-planned communities in the nation, Wellen Park. Within it lies an emerging downtown designed in Southwest Florida’s signature style. With younger and more affluent families moving to North Port every day, the average median income now sits at $78,500 and growing. The city’s leadership has made a dedicated effort to prepare for the influx of residents hungry for jobs and amenities. This is thanks to a visionary leadership team, dynamic staff, and collaborative community partners, all of which know the burgeoning strength of North Port’s business climate. Now is the time to act on North Port’s vast development potential. To learn more about opportunities, contact Vinnie Mascarenhas at vmascarenhas@northportfl.gov or (941) 429-7029. For more on North Port, visit https://developnorthportfl.gov.
City of Ontario
Ontario’s economic development strategy and visionary land-use plan attract world-class businesses and investors who recognize the City’s limitless opportunities. By 2048, Ontario expects to add 100,000 new residents, to its current population of 186,000, making it the fastest-growing city in the Inland Empire. Southern Californians seeking respite from high costs and congestion in Los Angeles and Orange Counties are moving to Ontario, many choosing to settle in our new master-planned community, Ontario Ranch. Ontario Ranch ranked as the nation’s 5th fastest-selling master-planned community in 2023. With a median household income exceeding $110,000, its residents enjoy luxurious living with ample amenities and a higher disposable income. Ontario’s strategic investments are driving economic growth. Future developments include a Regional Sports Complex with a Minor League Baseball Stadium, a vibrant Arts & Entertainment sector, new hotels and walkable retail paseos, a 3.7-mile linear park, a Downtown revitalization, and much more. Visit our booth to learn more about why Ontario is the place to do business!
City of Page
The City of Page is a welcoming ecotourism community and a gateway to the Grand Circle of National Parks. The City values education, cultural diversity, and the preservation of its scenic environment. Page is committed to transparency, fiscal responsibility, and high-quality service while supporting a sustainable local economy with housing, healthcare, employment, and recreation for residents and visitors of all ages.
City of Menifee
Situated in the heart of southern Riverside County along Interstate 215, Menifee is a vibrant, new city of more than 120,000 residents who enjoy a pleasant year-round climate, abundant recreational offerings, reasonably priced housing, and convenient proximity to some of Southern California’s premier attractions and employment centers. Within its 50 square miles, Menifee’s business, retail, and entertainment outlets are starting to shape the community’s character and this growing economic base is also contributing favorably to the city’s strong financial position. Menifee’s growing family-oriented population values the city’s ongoing commitment to public safety, community events, and smart growth for the future. All of these elements are working together to support the city’s strategic vision to make Menifee one of the state’s most promising new cities.
City of Mentor
Over 325 independent and chain retailers occupy 3.3 million square feet of prime retail space in our city. They are supported by a community of 47,159 with 263,800 potential shoppers located within ten miles.
City of Lake Forest
The City of Lake Forest is committed to delivering a positive, efficient, and business-friendly startup experience. As a contract city with a streamlined structure, we offer expedited Business Assistance Meetings, fast permit turnaround times, and no City-issued business license requirement, ensuring businesses can open and operate without unnecessary delays or costs. Located in the heart of South Orange County, Lake Forest spans 16.6 square miles and is home to a growing, diverse community. Since 2010, the city has welcomed approximately 5,000 new homes across several new master-planned neighborhoods, bringing new customers, workforce opportunities, and energy to the local economy. Our motto, “Naturally Exceptional,” reflects both our high quality of life and our balance of natural open space, thriving commercial districts, and strong economic growth. Lake Forest offers direct access to major transportation corridors—including the I-5, I-405, and 241 Toll Road—making it a strategically positioned hub for businesses across retail, office, industrial, and specialty sectors. Lake Forest’s business community is a top priority. Staff provides hands-on support throughout the development process, offers collaborative problem-solving, and partners closely with local organizations to welcome and retain businesses. With competitive fees, responsive service, and a pro-business approach at every level, Lake Forest is ready to help your business succeed. In Lake Forest, opportunity grows—naturally.