Discover incentives, programs, and resources to help your business thrive in Pasadena.

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$1 Business License
$1 Business License

LAUNCH YOUR PASADENA BUSINESS FOR JUST $1 IN YOUR FIRST YEAR.

If you're just starting out, Pasadena makes it easier to get off the ground.

New businesses with five or fewer employees can apply for their first-year business license for just $1—no hidden fees, no hassle. It's a simple way to save money while you focus on getting established.


INDUSTRY

All Industries

BUSINESS SIZE

Retail Small Business
City Permitting Concierge
City Permitting Concierge

GET EXPERT HELP MOVING THROUGH PASADENA'S PERMITTING PROCESS.

Our concierge team connects you with the right staff for building permits, zoning, inspections, and development review, while the Permit Center's live support and online tools keep your project moving.

Reach out early to understand requirements, avoid delays, and open your doors sooner.


INDUSTRY

All Industries
Biotech Corridor
Biotech Corridor

WHERE BIOTECH INNOVATION FINDS SPACE TO GROW.

Pasadena is home to a vibrant biotech ecosystem anchored by Caltech, Alexandria, Huntington Medical Research Institutes (HMRI), and more.

Companies benefit from modern lab space, collaborative research opportunities, and access to top-tier talent just minutes from campus.


BUSINESS SIZE

Big Business
Deep Tech / Space-Tech Hub
Deep Tech / Space-Tech Hub

BE PART OF PASADENA'S INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM IN ROBOTICS, AEROSPACE, AI, AND QUANTUM.

With NASA's JPL, Motiv Space Systems, and AWS Quantum, Pasadena's deep-tech scene provides innovators with a rich network for collaboration and growth to collaborate and thrive.

Businesses in these sectors can tap into a strong network for partnerships and support.


BUSINESS SIZE

Big Business