Business Services

The City of New Orleans understands the important role businesses play in the local economy and quality of life. It is the City’s mission to actively partner with qualified projects that are looking to expand or relocate within Orleans Parish.

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DevelopNOLA

The Office of Economic Development is working to make sure everyone can find information to make development decisions with our new DevelopNOLA tools below.

Please Note: Each incentive program has its own application procedures, requirements, and limitations to qualify. Programs may change or end without notification.

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Economic Mobility

The Office of Economic Development announced a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for programs that promote economic mobility in our community in October 2024.

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Guide

The following Guide to Doing Business in New Orleans is a comprehensive tool for people and/or companies with new or existing businesses in the City of New Orleans. The guide provides information on license & permitting, incorporating, funding, and state & federal economic development program information.

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Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board of the City of New Orleans, Louisiana, Inc. (“IDB”) is a self-supporting, nonprofit public corporation created by the City Council to promote economic development within New Orleans.

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Jazzland/Six Flags Frequently Asked Questions

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Revenue Bonds and PILOTs

The Industrial Development Board of the City of New Orleans, LA, Inc. (“IDB”) is committed to building and re-building a better New Orleans. Its primary mission is to assist in the creation of new projects and the revitalization of existing sites. 

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