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All About Site Selection
Although the idea of relocating or expanding can be overwhelming, SEBP’s experienced team of professionals can make it much easier!
Step 1--Getting Started
At one point or another, companies of all sizes must consider the site selection process. The first thing you should do is identify your site selection team. This group may be a handful of managers from your office, or you may choose to hire an incentive consultant or real estate broker to lead your search. Site selection teams can be internal, external or a combination of both.
Step 2--Establishing Parameters
Once you have identified your site selection team, you will then need to identify your space and location needs. Some of the following questions can be helpful in crafting your search specifications:
- What type of square footage will you need?
- Do you want to own or lease your facility?
- Where are your customers and suppliers located?
- Do you have special utility or infrastructure needs?
- What state or local incentives may be available to benefit your project?
- Can the local workforce accommodate your employment needs?
Step 3--Identifying Opportunities
Once you have identified your space and location needs, finding possible site opportunities is just a matter of research. SEBP’s team of experienced professionals can assist you in this investigation. Our database of existing buildings is comprehensive and accurate, and we have access to the most advanced Geographic Information System here, thanks to our friends at the Metro Denver EDC. If you like, we can prepare a list of sites for you to consider and even arrange for site visits.
The physical location is just one piece of the puzzle – there are a variety of resources and incentive programs available to make your project more competitive. SEBP stands ready to assist you in exploring every angle. It is important to remember timing in this process – most incentive programs must be pursued early, before significant investment has been made by your firm.
Step 4--Announcing Your Decision
Once a final decision has been made, SEBP can assist you in making your firm’s expansion/relocation known to the public. We have access to an internal marketing support team who can even draft your press release if you like. Our media contacts and publications provide an immediate medium through which we can share your success with the entire city.
Arapahoe/Douglas Works - Resources for Job Seekers and Employers
Metro Denver Economic Development Corportation - The nation's first regional economic development entity. Information available for demographics, workforce profiles, transportation and infrastructure and the Metro Denver economy.
Denver Regional Council of Governments/DRCOG - Regional Planning agency for eight counties in the Denver metro area.
For more information please contact Lynn Myers at 303-531-8385