Site Selection
Sarasota County, Florida, strategically located on the I-75 Freight Corridor, provides seamless transportation of materials and products across the Globe with direct access to Florida’s International Tradeports in Manatee County, Tampa, and Miami. With a range of well-positioned sites and buildings, we’re ready to support your business expansion.
Whether you’re planning a national expansion or looking to kickstart your entrepreneurial venture, our dedicated EDC team is here to assist you in finding the ideal site. Reach out to Josh Ewen, Vice President Economic Development, at jewen@edcsarasotacounty.com for further information and personalized support tailored to your unique business needs.
Sarasota International Trade Center Corridor
If you’re searching for a strategic hub for business and manufacturing, look no further than the Sarasota International Trade Center Corridor. Direct access to Interstate 75, coupled with diverse development opportunities for both redevelopment and ground-up projects, makes it the perfect choice for expanding your business operations. Plus, being adjacent to the award-winning mixed-use community of Waterside at Lakewood Ranch offers an enhanced and thriving environment in which to do business.
Bee Ridge Business Corridor
Experience the strategic advantages of the Bee Ridge Business Corridor, where prime development opportunities await businesses seeking growth. Adjacent to the Ridgelake Business Park, the corridor offers group-up development sites, ensuring a convenient and strategic location for your expansion plans. With seamless access to Interstate 75, transportation and logistics are streamlined, enabling efficient movement of goods and services to support your business operations.
Lorraine Commerce Park
Explore the future of work at the Lorraine Commerce Park, strategically located in Central Sarasota County. Spanning over 300 acres, this master-planned commerce park features mixed-use villages that draw labor sources from across the region. The anticipated future interchange at State Route 681 and Interstate 75 will further enhance connectivity, providing access to the freight corridor serving Florida and the East Coast. Boasting miles of frontage and high visibility along the Interstate-75 Corridor, Lorraine Commerce Park offers a dynamic and advantageous setting for businesses looking to thrive in a strategic and accessible location in Central Sarasota County.
South River Road Business Park
Discover the potential of the South River Road Business Park, where exciting opportunities await for ground-up business park sites. Adjacent to the vibrant and growing communities of North Port, Wellen Park, and Englewood, this business park offers a prime location in close proximity to a thriving residential base. Take advantage of this strategic positioning to tap into a pool of customers, clients, and employees, while enjoying the benefits of a dynamic and expanding region.
North Port Interstate 75 Innovation Corridor
Embark on a journey of innovation at the North Port Interstate 75 Innovation Corridor, envisioned as a future jobs and innovation center in North Port. Spanning over 3,000,000 square feet of business park space, this corridor is set to be a hub for targeted industries, projected to create 2,000 new jobs. Complementing the business park are mixed-use villages featuring housing, retail, commercial spaces, and hospitality offerings. With convenient Interstate access, this corridor is poised to cater to the needs of a growing employment hub, creating a dynamic ecosystem for businesses and professionals alike..