Departments - Economic Development
Meghan Simmons, Manager of Economic Development
Additional Updates will be forthcoming.
Location
Havre de Grace is strategically located on Interstate 95 and sits at the convergence of the Susquehanna River and the Chesapeake Bay. This Our location gives us the unique opportunity for our robust Industrial Park to be as successful as our waterfront Main Street District and Tourism industry.
Five miles from Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) offers a quick commute for companies looking for relocation opportunities. Havre de Grace is the Best Harford County has to offer to live work play and stay!
Economic Development
Havre de Grace will attract and retain quality companies by providing a business environment that includes incentive programs, favorable property tax rates and a clean, safe environment for businesses to succeed. This environment will attract a quality workforce and create a synergy among local businesses.
The City Department of Economic Development is the voice of advocacy for the City's business community through building strong relationships with local business organizations, property owners, individual businesses, Harford County and the State of Maryland.
Havre de Grace Business Districts
Route 40 Corridor - Offers a traffic count and visibility to services and retail that almost guarantee success. New development of office and medical space is transforming the Route 40 corridor in Havre de Grace into a prime location for health services.
Downtown Historic Business District - Designated a Main Street by the National Historic Trust, Downtown has a charm that can only be experienced here. Havre de Grace is also an Arts and Entertainment District which has drawn artists and galleries into our business mix. Home to over 200 business, the composition of this District is evolving and drawing owner operated restaurants, wine bars and event venues that people travel to experience what they have to offer.
Chesapeake Industrial Park - Home to twelve Havre de Grace businesses and the National Guard. The Chesapeake Industrial Park employs over 1,200 individuals in our local workforce
Mixed Office Employment - 100+ Acres of undeveloped land zoned to attracted office developments and educational facilities.
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