Business Resources
Tools to Help Businesses Start and Grow
The Economic Development and Base Reuse Department provides small businesses and large companies alike with the resources needed to open and grow in Concord. From business license information to site selection and data analysis tools, we are available to assist you in meeting and surpassing your business goals. Explore the links below for easy access to an assortment of tools, or contact us for personalized assistance.
Employer Resources
Find important resources and information for employers, including business permits and licenses.
Financial Assistance
From small business funding to California business incentives, find important financial assistance information here.
- Business in California Incentives, Grants, and Financing
- California Competes Tax Credit
- California State Small Business Credit Initiative
- Homeless Hiring Tax Credit
- Work Opportunity Tax Credit
- California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank
- California Grants Portal
- Contra Costa Small Business Development Center
- Northern California Small Business Financial Development Corporation
- California Business Comeback Guide
- PG&E Business Rebates
- PG&E Interest-Free Energy Efficiency Loans
- MCE EV Charging Station Rebate Program
- MCE No-Cost Energy Assessments (Commercial)
- MCE No-Cost Energy Assessments (Industrial)
- MCE Energy Storage Program
Starting a Business
You’ve come to the right place. Starting a business in Concord, and in the state of California, offers perks and promises. Find information here.
- Starting a Business in California
- Starting a Business in Contra Costa County
- Write your Business Plan (SBA.gov)
- Contra Costa Small Business Development Center
- Concord Prospector
- City of Concord Business Licenses
- City of Concord Permits
- City of Concord Planning Division
- Contra Costa County Health Services
- Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
- Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
Networking
Whether you’re looking to connect with industry members or local talent, we have the resources you need to keep networking stress-free.
Robert Carrera
Economic Development Specialist
robert.carrera@cityofconcord.org(925) 671-3018