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Businesses on Bellevue's Main Street.

Small shops line Bellevue's pedestrian-friendly Main Street.

Economic Development

Bellevue is an exciting and vibrant place to do business. Here is a wealth of information about doing business in the city and with the city, about the demographics and economy of Bellevue, about business taxes and permits and about planning for Bellevue’s business future.

The City of Bellevue prides itself on innovation and performance. The City Council directs continuous improvement efforts by identifying areas for public/private initiatives, including economic development. The Office of Economic Development assists businesses currently in Bellevue or considering establishing offices in the city.

Services & Information

Business Assistance in Bellevue

How to start a business in Bellevue, how to obtain permits and licenses, what taxes are required, where to get business financing, where to look for commercial real estate and where to get advice and help with business problems

Doing Business with the City

How to get businesses registered to sell the City of Bellevue goods and services, and information about contracting, bidding, consulting, vending and purchasing rules and requirements.

Demographic and Economic Trends

Data about Bellevue’s economy and population, as well as information about business profiles, industry clusters, hubs and the region.

International Trade in Bellevue

Information on Bellevue’s many businesses conducting international trade.

Background Information

Census figures, business surveys and media reports.

Plans and Policies

Commercial area planning, land-use regulations, development standards, community development and partnerships with other organizations.

Other Economic Development Entities

Organizations that help with economic development and make Bellevue a great place to do business.

Business and Occupation Taxes

Details about the way the business and occupation tax is levied in Bellevue.

Office of Economic Development

Introduction to Bellevue's Office of Economic Development.

Contact Information

Office of Economic Development
450 110th Ave. NE
P.O. Box 90012
Bellevue, WA 98009
Contact: Robert Derrick, Director
Phone: 425-452-5256
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Contact: Tom Boydell, Manager
Phone: 425-452-5241
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Office of Economic Development
450 110th Ave. NE
P.O. Box 90012
Bellevue, WA 98009
Contact: Susan Barber, Senior Administrative Assistant
Phone: 425-452-5370
E-mail
Contact: Xiaozhi (Jeff) Cao, Market Research Assistant
Phone: 425-452-4102
E-mail

Related Links

Bellevue Chamber of Commerce External Web Link

Bellevue Downtown Association

Bellevue Entrepreneur Center