Economic Development

Choose: Southbury

Perfectly Located

Located in the scenic Naugatuck Valley, Southbury offers a strategic location between the cities of Danbury and Waterbury, with 4 exits of easy accessibility off Interstate 84. An hour from Hartford or Stamford, or just two from Boston or New York, it’s easy to see why Southbury is a perfect location for your business. A business located in central Connecticut can serve more than 38 million consumers within a two-hour drive. You can reach 33% of the United States population within a day’s drive from any location in our State.

Highly Educated

If you are a business looking to recruit top talent, you have come to the right place. Southbury is home to a highly educated and highly skilled workforce. Access to a high quality education is one of the reasons families choose to settle in Southbury. The Region 15 school district is a collaborative community committed to excellence. Every student is educated to be productive, ethical, and engaged in a global society through proven and innovative learning experiences.

Great Community

There is only one Southbury in the United States, and that unique claim to the name is emblematic of the town’s strong community spirit. The residential and business community support one another. Shop Local is not just a motto in Southbury, it is a way of life.

WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU

Provide Regulatory Assistance

Our Development Services Team will help streamline the regulatory process and make your road to opening a smooth one. 

Site Visits

We’ll make your property search seamless, so you find the site that best meets your relocation or expansion needs.

Economic Development Connections

Our public and private partners, at the state, regional and local levels, provide a wide range of services that will ensure you have a smooth transition to town.

Kevin Bielmeier
Economic Development Director