Economic Development
The City's economic development department works to support and grow businesses in Las Cruces. Staff works with businesses, government agencies (Local, State, and Federal agencies as well as other City workgroups), and with private organizations to identify and address business needs and to improve communication about issues that impact the business community. The City provides 1-on-1 support to existing businesses as well as start-up business and those looking to relocate or expand to Las Cruces. The City of Las Cruces invites you to learn more about how you and your business can thrive here!
Our Services:
Business Assistance and Information: Where can I locate my business? Which codes and regulations apply? Where can I get business support services? The economic development department provides fact sheets, FAQs, and links to the other agencies that can help you get the information you need to make the right business decisions.
- “How To” documents for business licensing, construction, and development
- Applications, fee schedules, and utility rates
- Schedule a 1-on-1 appointment or request custom information by email.
Business Data: The City helps small business by providing data and strategic advice. The City is involved in ongoing projects in various city areas and the economic development department serves as a clearinghouse of information on issues and projects that may impact businesses.
- Monthly listing of Business Registration and Construction Permitting activity
- Traffic count and property ownership maps
- Demographic and Market data reports through ESRI Business Analyst Online
West Mesa Industrial Park: The City of Las Cruces is the developer of the West Mesa Industrial Park which is located on Interstate 10, eight miles west of downtown Las Cruces and immediately south of the Las Cruces International Airport. The Industrial Park is an excellent location for light industry, general manufacturing, aviation-related and technology-based industries serving Dona Ana County, El Paso, and the US-Mexico border. The City of Las Cruces is dedicated to bringing in industries, warehousing and manufacturing businesses that will expand and diversify the local economic base and provide new jobs for the community. There are currently 17 businesses operating in the Park employing over 750 people.
- 23 development ready parcels available for sale by City
- Lot sizes ranging from 3 to 27 acres
- Sale prices range from $30,000 to $45,000 per acre
- 14 properties for sale by private owners (5 of those include existing industrial buildings)