How To Open A Business In Downtown Natchez
Downtown Natchez is currently home to dozens of businesses, including restaurants, retail shops, hotels, personal services, and professional offices. The Downtown Natchez Alliance (DNA) works hard to maintain an environment in which businesses can thrive. Opening a Downtown business is simple, as summarized in the steps outlined in our helpful guide!
Step 1
Develop A Business Plan
Among the various resources for preparing a business plan are the Small Business Administration (SBA), The Women’s Business Center at Alcorn State University, and Mississippi State University.
Step 2
Secure Needed Funding
Natchez has several financial institutions, including locally-owned banks located in Downtown Natchez. We list them and provide info on Minority Business Certfications …
Step 3
Select A Business Location
DNA’s website includes an inventory of available building space, and a link to Adams County’s GIS Geoportal, which provides info, with an interactive map to help you find the best place …
Step 4
Confirm Correct Zoning
The Downtown area allows for the widest range of land uses in the community, ranging from residential to commercial. Get info the various Zoned Areas for Downtown, as well as a link to the City’s zoning codes.
Step 5
Check design regulations
In addition to the basic underlying “base zoning,” Downtown Natchez benefits from the historic “overlay zoning” that addresses design issues.
Step 6
Licenses, Permits & Taxes
Requirements may exist at the local, state and federal levels for the location address you selected. A City privilege license is one example.
Step 7
Utilities & Services
Any new business within downtown must plan for the same types of basic utilities and services, such as electricity, gas, sewer, water, and telecommunications.
Step 8
Find Business Resources
Businesses within Downtown are fortunate to have a variety of resources to help their businesses succeed, including economic data, DNA’s Market Analysis & Strategy, and financial incentives.
