Business and Economic Development Services
Tasman Council strives to provide a supportive business environment in terms of processes, incentives, communication networks and information.
Our Economic Development Services include:
- Facilitating development opportunities;
- Identifying development sites and opportunities consistent with the municipal land-use planning scheme.
- Provision of information and advice to potential developers
- Marketing the local area as a place of business and a visitor destination
- Active involvement in regional development issues
- Acting as a lobbyist or advocate on local industry
- Undertaking settlement revitalisation projects
For further information contact Council's Community Liaison Officer, Rachel Chesmer, on (03) 6250 9200 or via email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Resources to assist you
The Community and Economic Development Department can assist you by:
- Providing statistics on the local area and region to assist you in developing a business proposal
- Assist you to identify suitable sites to establish your business
- Facilitate meetings with key Council personnel to discuss your proposal
- Advising on government programs that may be of assistance
- Linking you to relevant local and regional industry groups and networks
- Referrals to business assistance and advisory services if required
- Referrals for environmental & heritage assessments
- Discussing possible rate remissions for developments that provide a direct community benefit
Tasman Council does not provide:
- Business advice, such as whether or not your business proposal looks viable; how to operate or structure your business; or
- One-on-one assistance such as training, development of business plans, financial budgets, etc.
However, help with these aspects is available from:
Business East
http://www.business-east.com.au/
Tel: 03) 6244 8005Mob: 0417 305 511 Fax: 03) 6244 6800
Email:
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Or
Business Point
1800 440 026
Tasman Council Planning Department
Our Planning Department will provide advice on:
- Land usage and land zones
- Development standards
- Signage
- Buildings and car parks
- Change of use approvals
- Planning permits according to the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act
- Sub-divisions
- Building regulations
- Environmental Health
- Food premises licensing
- Sewerage & water
Please contact Council's Planning Department on (03) 6250 9200 or via email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Useful links
Biztas
http://www.biztas.com/
A free and easy to use online directory for registered Tasmanian businesses and organisations
Business East
http://www.business-east.com.au/
A Business Enterprise Centre servicing Clarence, Sorell, Glamorgan Spring Bay and Tasman Municipalities.
Community