Want to know why New Albany attracts and retains a remarkable range of businesses, from global headquarters and R&D facilities to industry leaders in information technology, high tech manufacturing, personal care and beauty and the life sciences? From its proactive, collaborative planning and 25 percent faster permitting to its highly accessible location, you’ll find the top 10 reasons here. Looking for detailed specifications on location, utility capacities, taxes and more on? Check out the data-by-site section.

At a time when the need for speed has never been more important to commerce, the City of New Albany’s economic development effort moves at the speed of business with a hands-on approach that anticipates and responds to the needs of businesses, site selectors and development partners. The result is a carefully crafted mix of services, from fast-track permitting and technology- and shovel-ready sites to reliable, redundant electric capabilities and state-of-the-art fiber optics.

The New Albany Community Development Department’s new website provides the information and resources that existing and prospective businesses need to support and successfully grow their organizations. A virtual tour provides information on each business district, drone footage and a business park shuttle bus video tour led by Jennifer Chrysler, New Albany director of community development.