Business Start-Up Guide

Congratulations on choosing Frederick for your new business!

The City’s new Business Start-Up Guide is designed to help entrepreneurs navigate the start-up process in The City of Frederick as efficiently and effectively as possible. Read through the steps to learn about local business resources, potential tax credits & financial assistance, important real estate considerations, required licenses & permits, promotional opportunities, and more.

Remember that the Department of Economic Development, the entire City team, and Frederick’s local community are here to support you every step of the way.

We are proud of Frederick’s story and ready to work together to build upon it -- to make every next chapter better than the last!


Contact the City of Frederick’s Department of Economic Development at 301-600-6360 or business@cityoffrederickmd.gov to schedule your kick-off meeting today!