Business Resources

The Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce leads economic development for the area and provides a wealth of information, services and assistance for companies located in, relocating to or expanding in our area. Please see the links to the left for a variety of business support organizations.

Incentives

There are various incentives programs offered at the county and state level to help reduce the overall cost of doing business for companies locating and/or expanding in our area. For more detailed information, please see:

North Carolina Department of Commerce Incentives Information

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North Carolina’s targeted, performance-based incentive programs greatly lessen the tax burden and lower the overall costs for companies who are locating and doing business in our state.

  

Wake County Economic Development Incentives Information

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If a business creates a certain number jobs, invests significantly in equipment and real estate, or performs qualified R&D, it may be able eligible to receive incentives.

 

Starting A Business

Help Starting a Business in NC

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North Carolina is an excellent place to start a business. You'll find the State enthusiastically supports entrepreneurship, business start-ups and emerging companies through strong and widely available resources, organizations and partnerships. The Department of Commerce’s Business ServiCenter offers a one-stop source for consultations, information and referrals... just the help you need to tap into all the State has to offer.

  

Obtaining Building Permits

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Town of Wake Forest Inspections Submittal Requirements and Procedures. Please click the following link to review the necessary requirements for starting a business or simply call The Town of Wake Forest @ 919-554-6100.

  

Step by Step Guide to Starting a Business in Wake County

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Starting a New Business in North Carolina? Use this checklist to learn how to begin your new business in Wake County:

 

Town of Wake Forest

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919-554-6100 Call or visit the Town of Wake Forest website for specific information on starting a business in Wake Forest, such as Planning & Zoning, Inspections, Business Licenses, Special Use Permits, Sign Permits, etc.