Discover incentives, programs, and resources to help your business thrive in Pasadena.
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GET CASH BACK FOR INSTALLING WATER-SAVING SYSTEMS.
Businesses can earn rebates for water-efficient upgrades, including HVAC, food service, plumbing, and landscape equipment.
Large-scale projects with significant conservation, typically 10 million gallons or more over the project lifetime, can qualify for the Water Savings Incentive Program, to support water conservation.
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INSTALL EV CHARGERS AND EARN SIGNIFICANT REBATES.
Pasadena offers generous rebates for commercial EV charging stations of up to $4,000 per Level 2 charging port and up to $100,000 per commercial meter.
Businesses, multi-unit properties, and commercial parking facilities are eligible, with additional incentives for projects in disadvantaged areas.
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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.
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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.
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PLAN YOUR NEXT MOVE WITH PASADENA'S MARKET DATA AND BUSINESS RESOURCES.
Access Pasadena market reports, demographic data, retail site intelligence, and business-assistance links to help you plan where and how to grow.
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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.
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Biotech & Life SciencesBUSINESS SIZE
Big Business
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.
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Big Business
CUT UPFRONT COSTS WHEN YOU BUILD OR EXPAND AN R&D FACILITY.
If you're expanding or building Research and Development space in Pasadena's eligible zones, your project may qualify for a construction tax exemption.
This incentive helps innovative companies save on build-out costs, so they can invest more in their teams and technology.
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Big Business
KEEP MORE OF WHAT YOU EARN WITH PASADENA'S BUSINESSFRIENDLY TAX POLICY.
Unlike neighboring cities, Pasadena charges a flat business license fee instead of a tax on gross receipts.
That means you keep more of your revenue as you grow. It's one more reason businesses choose Pasadena for long-term stability.
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