Expansion/Relocation

If you are interested in opening a successful business in McDowell County please follow these suggestions and contact the EDA if you have further questions:

• Businesses Needed in McDowell County.

-Flower Shop

-Laundromat

-Dry Cleaners

-Pet Groomer

-Veterinarian

-Diversified Restaurant (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

-Shopping Centers

-Repair Shop

-Plumber

-Bars

-Motels

-Photography

-Furniture Store

-Restaurants, Including:

Taco Bell, Japanese and Mexican Dining, Dairy Queen, Arby’s, Steakhouses

-Automated Car Washes throughout the County

-Clothing Stores

-Nail Salon

-Marketing of Natural Gas

 

• Find a business location.

If you do not have on already, contact the EDA to find available for sale or lease properties in the County.

• Check your designation

Once a location has been determined make sure your type of business is allowed by law. Visit your local City Hall. West Virginia Department of Environmental can offer assistance with environmental permits.

• Develop a solid business plan.

The EDA can provide a suggested template for a standard business plan.

• Secure necessary financing.

Based on your business plan, find the financing you will need to run your business, the EDA can offer guidance when you are seeking finance and incentives.

• Get other necessary licenses and permits.

Depending on the type of business, you may be required to obtain special licenses and permits.

• Re-open for Business!

Enjoy your new opportunity and business community in McDowell County .

• Network.

Join forces with Chamber of Commerce members to network and spread the word about your business.

• Continue to Learn.

McDowell County EDA provides many excellent educational opportunities to help businesses grow and adapt to changing conditions.

• Contact the EDA to tell your success story or find help.

Who knows, you might be featured on this very website!