FAQs

FAQs

FAQs
How do I start a business in Wendell?
Contact the Economic Development Specialist for more information on how to start a business in Wendell. 
How can I gain information on incentives available to prospective businesses?
Visit our Business Incentive Webpage for more details. 
How can I connect with the Wendell Downtown Development Committee?
Go on the Downtown Development Committee Webpage to get information such as committee member information, meeting dates, agendas, and minutes. 
How will I know where to locate my new business?
Here are some things to consider when choosing where your business is located: 

  • Do you want to build a new structure?
  • Do you plan to lease an existing building, suite, or office space?
  • Are you thinking about working from your home?
Factors to think about:

  • Is the zoning of the location appropriate for the proposed business?
  • re there zoning conditions or site plan restrictions on the property where you wish to locate your business?
  • Are there building code restrictions within a building, suite, or office space that would limit your business operations?
  • Will you need to renovate the interior and/or exterior of an existing building or space? If so, how long will the plan approval And renovations take?
  • Will there be enough available parking on-site? If leasing, does the landlord guarantee a certain number of parking spaces per tenant space?
  • Are there requirements from other agencies, such as ABC permits for sale of alcoholic beverages or food safety permits/inspections from Environmental Health?