Resources

Starting a Business in Downtown Ferndale

Are you an entrepreneur looking to establish a business in Downtown Ferndale? There are many steps to take in starting your business, and the Ferndale DDA can provide you with the information necessary to make sure you don’t miss a step. Also, the Ferndale DDA has the most extensive listing of available properties in the downtown area, and will assist you in finding a location that fits your needs. Contact the Ferndale DDA Executive Director at cristina@downtownferndale.com or (248) 546-1632 for assistance.  The 2001 Downtown Ferndale Trade Area Report is available for you in Adobe Acrobat format.  Click here to go to the Resources section of our website to view a copy.

BUILD Program

The intent of BUILD (Building Upgrades and Investment for a Landmark Downtown) is to strengthen the economic viability of Downtown Ferndale by providing financial incentives for improving the exterior of existing buildings and constructing new commercial buildings.  BUILD provides an opportunity to preserve the architectural heritage and enhance the unique atmosphere of Downtown Ferndale.  The BUILD program provides a 20% reimbursement for eligible façade improvements and construction costs up to $10,000 per project.  For an application and details on how your business can benefit from this special program call the DDA manager at (248) 546-1632.  A copy of a brochure about the BUILD program is available to you.  Click here to go to the Resources section of our website, if you would like a copy.

Small Business Resource Recommendations:

Oakland County, Michigan’s Department of Development and Planning Division

The One Stop Shop
Get answers about business development, site location, small business, export and financial assistance, community planning market research data.  Maps and aerial photos can be produced for a fee.

Assistance For Small Business
Oakland County Development and Planning
One Stop Shop – Small Business Center
1200 North Telegraph Rd., Dept. 412
Pontiac, MI 48341-0412
Phone: (248) 858-0783
Fax: (248) 975-9555
http://www.co.oakland.mi.us

SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives)

SCORE is an organization of the U.S. Small Business Administration and is headquartered in the Michigan District Office of the SBA.  To receive a list of upcoming events, contact SCORE.

SCORE
477 Michigan Avenue, Room 515
Detroit, MI 48226
(313) 226-7953

Michigan Jobs Team

Ask For Publication: "Starting a Business in Michigan"

201 N. Washington Square
Victor Office Center, 4th Floor
Lansing, Michigan 48913
(517) 373-9808

Small Business Association

1-800-U-ASK-SBA

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The City of Ferndale, Michigan
300 East Nine Mile Road
Ferndale, Michigan  48220
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