Department of Development
We are driven to increase economic opportunity in Cuyahoga County.
The Department of Development provides unique and award-winning programs to help local citizens and businesses. The department has responded to the County Charter’s mandate for County government to provide “job creation and economic growth as a fundamental government purpose,” by developing and administering creative and innovative programs in community development, economic development, and housing.
The Department of Development’s professional staff work with local elected officials, business leaders, small business owners, entrepreneurs, non-profits, arts and cultural organizations, and universities to provide technical assistance and educational opportunities that will ensure a vibrant economic future for our region.


Office of Small Business
Start, grow, and scale your business with expert guidance, funding resources, and connections to customers and contracts.
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Business Lending
We help businesses maximize their potential by closing the financing gap with our flexible, low-interest loan program.
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Available Sites
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