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City of Des Moines

The City of Des Moines’ Office of Economic Development’s goal is to assist businesses to locate and expand in the City of Des Moines. We are dedicated to meeting the needs of businesses by focusing our resources and implementing creative approaches to assure the success of your project.

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The City of Des Moines’ Office of Economic Development is committed to helping businesses grow and prosper. A variety of business incentive programs, financial assistance, tax assistance and training programs are available to businesses that are located in or are interested in locating in Des Moines. Many small, medium and large companies have worked with the City to make their start-up or expansion plans a reality. Urban renewal provides reasonably-priced sites for new development and business expansion in specific areas throughout Des Moines. The City makes significant investment in the infrastructure in these areas. Staff for urban renewal assists developers by assembling parcels in designated urban renewal areas. These areas have consistent development requirements that enhance your investment. Staff works with developers in determining development requirements that enhance your investment. Staff works with developers in determining development requirements for assembled sites. Sites are offered at a price that is usually less than the cost of private assemblage. In addition, the City coordinates infrastructure needs for the area and the specific site to assure that current and future needs are met