Economic Development
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Patrick County really is a wonderful place to live, work and raise a family. The area is world renowned for its beautiful scenery and its friendly citizens. For the corporate community, Patrick County offers educated, hard-working employees and a low-cost environment in which to do business.
Patrick County boasts a quality of life unrivaled in Virginia and possibly the country. Our schools have consistently proven to be among the state's elite. We are a unique combination of contemporary, cutting edge services and thinking, while retaining the charm of traditional small town America in its friendliest form.
We hope you will accept our invitation to learn more about what Patrick County, Virginia can do to help you be more successful. Come join the Patrick County business family.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
106 RUCKER STREET
P.O. BOX 466
STUART, VIRGINIA 24171
PHONE: 276-694-8367
FAX: 276-694-2160
Tim Hall
Interim County Administrator
thall@co.patrick.va.us
Starting a Business
Starting a business is very exciting, but it can also be quite challenging and overwhelming at times. There are several resources that can be utilized to help with the process as you formulate your business plan. If you are considering the Town of Stuart as a location for your business, be sure to contact the Town of Stuart at 276-694-3811 to determine any requirements, such as a Town Business License, signage and/or zoning questions within the Town limits. Patrick County does not have zoning and does not require a business license. The resources below will be helpful with any questions regarding the legal business process in Virginia.
Commonwealth of Virginia's business-one-stop page
Patrick County Chamber of Commerce | Patrick County, VA
Longwood Small Business Development Center
West Piedmont Planning District Commission (WPPDC)
West Piedmont Planning District Commission's CEDS List