Establish a Business

The City of Valdosta strives to maintain a proactive business environment and encourages new development in our community.

New businesses provide jobs and enrich the fabric of our community, while stimulating the local economy. While running a business is exciting, it can be challenging for the first-time entrepreneur as well as the seasoned developer. To assist with this process and to promote success, the city has outlined the primary steps categorized below:

• First Step and Pre-Application Meetings
• Plan Submittal and Review
• Permitting
• Inspection Process
• Certificate of Occupancy (CO)
• Business License

Additional links you may find helpful:

• Better Business Bureau
• City of Valdosta Land Development Regulations
• Valdosta Small Emerging Business (VSEB) Program
• Valdosta State University Small Business Development Center
• Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce
• Valdosta-Lowndes County Development Authority
• Downtown Valdosta Main Street