Connecticut State Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development

Business Development

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  • CT Communities Challenge Grant

    The Department of Economic and Community Development (“DECD”) is undertaking a competitive grant application process to fund multiple projects under the CT Communities Challenge Grant Program in an effort to improve livability, vibrancy, convenience and equity of communities throughout the state.

  • Consumer Protection

    Access the state's Department of Consumer Protection site.

  • Data Privacy

    Find information on creating a privacy policy, how you will protect the personal identifying information of customers and other parties whose data they possess.

  • Air Cargo

    Learn about Bradley International Airport’s location and infrastructure, making it a great option for freight forwarders and other cargo professionals.

  • Employer Services

    Explore the Connecticut Department of Transportation’s (CTDOT) family of commuter services designed to meet the needs of Connecticut employers.

  • Contiguous Municipality Zone

    Get details on Enterprise Zone benefits for municipalities contiguous with Enterprise Zones in another municipality.

  • Small Businesses

    See all the technical support, financial resources and tax incentives Connecticut offers to support small businesses.

  • Real and Personal Property Tax Exemptions

    Discover tax incentives to create jobs, ease inventory costs and modernize machinery.

  • Sales and Use Tax Exemption

    Discover tax relief for the purchase of qualified tangible property or projects contributing significantly to a targeted industry cluster.

  • Aerospace / Defense

    Find powerful technical support, funding opportunities and tax incentives in a state with a rich heritage of aerospace advancement.

  • Precision Combustion

    Three Decades of Green Energy Innovation in Action

  • About the Office of Business Development

    Get one point of contact for financing, tax incentives, site selection assistance and workforce training support.

  • Office of Data Infrastructure Administration and Security

    The Office of Data Infrastructure Administration and Security is leading the state’s efforts to strengthen Connecticut’s competitive edge in the digital economy.

  • Connecticut Small Business Boost Fund

    Get details on funding options and business development services for small businesses.

  • Business Registration, Licensing and Permitting

    Obtain the necessary licenses and permits for you to start, expand or relocate your business to Connecticut.