Selecting the right location for your business is an important step. A great location will help you attract a strong customer base and good employees. There are several resources available to help you find that perfect fit for your business location in Simi Valley.

Assistance from the City of Simi Valley - Finding a Location

The City’s Office of Economic Development can provide you with several resources to help you find the right location for your business. The City is a subscriber to proprietary software, which gives staff the ability to provide custom reports of available properties and vacant spaces. Our services include the following:

• Lists of building and tenant spaces available for lease or for sale
• Asking rents and sale prices
• Comparable data for lease rates
• Demographic data
• Analytical property data
• Property ownership information
• Sales tax trends
• Labor force information
• Ideas and introductions to brokers and property managers

Tips for Negotiating a Lease

When negotiating a lease agreement, business owners need to inquire about several items, such as potential Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) with the property manager, whether the site is adequate for anticipated growth during the lease term, and if the agreement limits liability for compliance with future laws. The following resources can help to guide you through the lease negotiation process for your business location. 

• Leasing Information and Checklist

  The Small Business Administration - SBA will help you discover how to obtain the best commercial lease and a checklist of necessary elements that should be included in your lease agreement.

• Important Issues to Identify in Evaluating a Lease Agreement

  To find out which type of lease is best for your business, and identify and evaluate the critical issues in a lease agreement, visit SCORE-Ventura County's website to help you obtain the best lease.

• Commercial Leases: Negotiate the Best Terms

  Nolo has great suggestions on how you can save money when negotiating a commercial lease agreement. Visit the Nolo website for more information.

Contact

The City's resources and partners are available to you! Don't hesitate to contact the City's Office of Economic Development at (805) 583-6701 with any questions, or send us an email at lswan@simivalley.org.

Visit the Permits, Taxes, and Licenses page to determine what may be needed for your business. 

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