Economic Development
Welcome to the Cottonwood Heights Economic Development Page!
Cottonwood Heights supports the growth of existing business and the creation of new business. We work on building partnerships to assist with business development, fostering job creation and local investment. Cottonwood Heights is located in the center of the Salt Lake Metropolitan area adjacent to the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, which was recently named the #1 state for business by Forbes. We offer exceptional Class A office space, an outstanding school district, a safe environment for families, world-class recreational amenities right in our backyard and other attractions that bring a sense of community. We invite you to browse our website and learn more about Cottonwood Heights as a place to start, expand, or locate a business and discover what we have to offer.
Cottonwood Heights Economic Development delivers the development, support and cutting-edge infrastructure needed to propel companies beyond their local ambitions. Our focus on maintaining a business-friendly environment means unparalleled convenience to businesses on the move. Located next to the Wasatch Mountains and Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons, Cottonwood Heights offers its residents a quality of life and cost of living unmatched in the region. So, if you are looking to start, expand or relocate a business, take a look at Cottonwood Heights. We know how to get companies moving!
View our Community Profile.
Our Mission Statement
Economic Development efforts by Cottonwood Heights will focus on creating a business friendly atmosphere designed to improve the quality of life for city residents by recognizing the legitimate role of business in our community, partnering with adjoining cities where beneficial, encouraging desirable retail development that serves the public interest, implementing city codes and policies that facilitate business success, zoning for business appropriately through proper segregation from residential areas, promoting business opportunities that create employment centers and job opportunities at our office parks, and capitalizing on tourist trade elements associated with the recreational use of Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons.
Services
Cottonwood Heights Economic Development works to attract new and expanding business to the City. Economic Development assists with infrastructure development, job creation, and fast-track services to new and expanding business.
Important links
• Available office properties
• Available commercial/retail properties
• Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Chamber of Commerce
• State Incentives
• Economic Development Corporation of Utah
Business Climate
Market Access
Cottonwood Heights’ central location provides access to over 2 million Wasatch Front residents along this scenic corridor. In fact, the Wasatch Front is roughly 80 miles long, from Ogden approximately 40 miles north of the Salt Lake Valley to Provo approximately 40 miles south of the Salt Lake Valley. More than half of Utah's total population of 2.9 million residents live in these areas.
Cottonwood Heights Means Business
Cottonwood Heights is proud to be a progressive community that is willing to work with developers and business leaders to foster a business-friendly environment. The city's economic development efforts serve as a resource for businesses looking to open, expand or re-locate to Cottonwood Heights. From identifying available properties to serving as a liaison with both county and state regulatory agencies, our city staff will help make your business transition to Cottonwood Heights a successful one.
Largest employers in Cottonwood Heights are:
• Overstock
• Jet Blue
• Target
• Kern River Gas Co.
• Mrs. Fields
• Extra Space Storage
• Sonic Innovations
• Home Depot
Office
See office properties within the city.
*listed for information only--does not imply space available*
Commercial Retail
See commercial retail properties within the city.
*listed for information only--does not imply space available*
Housing
Cottonwood Heights has a large mix of single-family homes, condominiums and apartments. The average single home sale price in Cottonwood Heights is $330,000, and, according to the 2010 Census, there were 13,194 housing units in Cottonwood Heights with a population density of 4,052 per square mile of land area. Estimated household income is $72,394.
Education
Cottonwood Heights is part of Canyons School District.
Higher Education
Hospitals/Medical Centers near Cottonwood Heights
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