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Economic Development Division

Economic Development attracts new businesses to the city and offers professional, convenient concierge service for businesses and companies looking to locate to Stockton.

Key services include:

Economic Review Committee

The Economic Review Committee (ERC) is a free, voluntary service for project developers and business owners throughout Stockton. Before applying for a building permit, meet with Permit Department representatives for project requirements and feedback on preliminary site plans.

Interested in scheduling an ERC meeting?

Please contact the Economic Development Department.

Top Reasons to Do Business in Stockton

Central Location – Take advantage of Stockton's strategic location... in the heart of California's Central Valley and close to the San Francisco Bay Area.
Unmatched Transportation System – Experience Stockton's quick, cost-effective distribution to major West Coast, Pacific Rim, and global markets with an extensive transportation network – two major freeways (Interstate 5 and Highway 99), major network of railways, an incredible inland seaport, and an accessible airport.
Quality of Life – Enjoy Stockton's unique blend of lifestyle opportunities, affordable and quality housing, abundant recreation, cultural events, and exceptional educational facilities.
Qualified, Productive Work Force – Work with Stockton's diverse community of skilled and semi-skilled workforce with an affordable wage structure.
Available and Affordable Land – Explore competitive building prices throughout Stockton and revitalized Brownfield sites, in and near downtown. To locate available property within Stockton, visit Advantage Stockton.
One-Stop Permit Center – Use Stockton's Permit Center to streamline the development process with all your permit needs in one building. Building and Planning Divisions, Public Works, and Municipal Utilities Departments provide representatives at the Permit Center, ready to assist.