How to Open a Business in Berkley
We are here to help you succeed! Below you will find an interactive presentation on the process to open a business in Berkley.
These steps are meant as a guide to opening your business, however, every project is different and some steps may take longer than others. Before you purchase a property or sign a lease, we encourage you to review our Land Use Matrix and Zoning Map.
You may also contact the Community Development Director or DDA Director with specific questions related to a property, scope of project, grants or other programs, etc. (see contact information below).
(To expand the presentation click the diagonal arrows on the right-hand side.)
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Ready to get started?
See the following contact information below.
| Community Development Director Erin Schlutow eschlutow@berkleymich.net 248-658-3329 3338 Coolidge Hwy. Berkley, MI 48072 www.berkleymich.org/building |
Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Jennifer Finney, Executive Director director@downtownberkley.com 248-658-3353 3338 Coolidge Hwy. Berkley, MI 48072 www.downtownberkley.com |
| City Building Department building@berkleymich.net 248-658-3320 3338 Coolidge Hwy. Berkley, MI 48072 www.berkleymich.org/building |
Berkley Chamber of Commerce Darlene Rothman, Executive Director 248-414-9157 P.O. Box 72-1253 Berkley, MI 48072 www.berkleychamber.com |
Need a permit?
NOTE: Make sure to check with County & State agencies for additional requirements, as needed.
Ready for your Grand Opening?
Please contact the Downtown Development Authority, Berkley Community Engagement Officer, and Berkley Area Chamber of Commerce to promote your Grand Opening celebration!!