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Doing Business

Hampden is widely known for being one of the best places in Maine to raise a family, but what about starting or relocating a business? On this page you will find many resources including current business directory, zoning, TIFs, permitting process, testimonials, market analysis, and more.

If you have questions please reach out to our Economic Development Department: aryder@hampdenmaine.gov or call 207-862-8223

Please note that our Zoning Ordinance has been amended in many ways and you need to be sure you are using the most current version.

How to Start a Business in Maine

https://www.chamberofcommerce.org/how-to-start-a-business-in-maine

Hampden Business & Commerce Park

Located on Route 202 near the interchange to I-395, with 26 lots available for immediate development. All lots have water and sewer service and range in size from 1 to 6 acres.

The Town is listing the properties through David Hughes, Epstein Commercial Real Estate.dhughes@epsteincommercial.com

Complete information regarding lots and pricing is available on their exclusive site dedicated to the Hampden Business and Commerce Park: Contact Dav

Maps and Town Resources

The Town of Hampden leverages it's use of technology such as GIS and electronic data management not only to assist with planning and development, but to also make it easier for businesses and the public to get the information they need. On this page you will find a few custom maps as well as access to the Town's online GIS. If you are new to GIS and maps please download the HOW TO USE guide.

Check out these great resources to get your business started or expanded

More than two dozen experts whose broad mission is to help communities and businesses prosper through a variety of programs providing everything from targeted tax relief to community block grants to tourism marketing. Whether your business wants to make a film here, bring a Maine-made product to market, expand an aquaculture project, or explore financing when moving a business to our state, their experienced staff can help. DECD and its partners show companies how to benefit from millions of dollars in tax credits, reimbursements, R & D credits, capital loans, even direct investment. Every year, they help Maine communities attract jobs and grow their infrastructure with unique financing programs.

EMDC serves the four Eastern counties of Maine: Hancock, Penobscot, Piscataquis and Waldo. They provide three much-needed services to the Region; Business Services, Community Services, and Workforce Services all come together to create a team of staff who make a difference in the community every day.

Bangor SCORE is located in downtown Bangor, serving Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Waldo Counties. Contact them for free, professional help with business plans, marketing, management, government contracting, finance, or business challenges.

A new job, a new career, a new business, a new understanding of financial matters. They help people all over the state venture in new directions by offering tuition-free programs for career, business, and financial education. They have guided individuals through life changes every day for 38 years.

The Maine SBDC program helps build and strengthen small businesses through business advising, training and educational resources. Certified business advisors provide guidance on topics such as business feasibility, business plan development, capital acquisition, financial management, marketing and sales, e-commerce, customer service, personnel management, small business strategic planning and more.

MaineStream Finance is a non-profit organization dedicated to economic development by providing credit, capital and financial services that are often unavailable from traditional financial institutions.