Manassas Economic Development

The Department of Economic Development provides prospective and existing businesses with the information and resources you need to start, locate and grow. We are also available to help navigate licensing and permit requirements in the City of Manassas. Manassas has a beat all its own. Historic, with our heritage of courage and strategic thinking. And modern with an economy amped up by high-tech employers, a steady influx of youth to our colleges, and an enviable quality of life. We invite you to come to experience the “new” Manassas for yourself. Just 30 miles west of D.C., the City of Manassas is steeped in history and tradition. We take great pride in the pivotal role it played in transforming our country into one united nation. And Manassas continues to transform. Boasting urban amenities with unique, small-town charm, Manassas attracts a creative class of entrepreneurs who are changing the face of our City. Authentic, eclectic, driven—they are breathing new life onto the streets of Manassas. Our economy is strong and strengthens with each new business and each new expansion. Companies, large and small, are finding success. From micro-breweries and distilleries to one-of-a-kind restaurants and boutique retail shops, to international employers like Micron and Lockheed Martin, they all are experiencing growth.