Why Downtown Lafayette?

Starting, locating and growing your business in downtown Lafayette offers numerous advantages that make it an attractive destination. Downtown Lafayette is a vibrant and prosperous community that is rich in culture, history and modern amenities that will help your business thrive. With its strategic location as a regional hub for commerce, government and services, it’s the center for other like-minded businesses, innovators and entrepreneurs. The area is easily accessible, with convenient transportation options and ample parking facilities making it convenient for customers and employees alike. All within walking distance, downtown’s charming streets are lined with a diverse range of complementary services, shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues, creating a creating a bustling atmosphere and strong community and culture of collaboration. This supportive environment encourages networking opportunities and partnerships, for mutually beneficial relationships not found in other areas. Moreover, city and civic organizations actively support and promote local businesses, offering various incentives, assistance, and resources to foster growth and success. By choosing downtown Lafayette, businesses can tap into a vibrant market, benefit from a strong collaborative community, that will grow your bottom line for long-term prosperity.

Why Downtown Lafayette?

Starting, locating and growing your business in downtown Lafayette offers numerous advantages that make it an attractive destination. Downtown Lafayette is a vibrant and prosperous community that is rich in culture, history and modern amenities that will help your business thrive. With its strategic location as a regional hub for commerce, government and services, it’s the center for other like-minded businesses, innovators and entrepreneurs. The area is easily accessible, with convenient transportation options and ample parking facilities making it convenient for customers and employees alike. All within walking distance, downtown’s charming streets are lined with a diverse range of complementary services, shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues, creating a creating a bustling atmosphere and strong community and culture of collaboration. This supportive environment encourages networking opportunities and partnerships, for mutually beneficial relationships not found in other areas. Moreover, city and civic organizations actively support and promote local businesses, offering various incentives, assistance, and resources to foster growth and success. By choosing downtown Lafayette, businesses can tap into a vibrant market, benefit from a strong collaborative community, that will grow your bottom line for long-term prosperity.

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DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Downtown Lafayette is a vibrant and thriving hub offering a multitude of exciting development opportunities. With its rich historical heritage, vibrant cultural scene, and strong community spirit, this bustling district presents an ideal environment for growth and innovation. The area’s strategic location, coupled with its supportive infrastructure and proactive local government and civic organizations, make it an enticing destination for entrepreneurs, investors, and creative individuals seeking to capitalize on its numerous development prospects. Whether it’s new construction, revitalizing historic properties, fostering new retail and dining establishments, or spearheading technology-driven initiatives, downtown Lafayette holds immense potential for those eager to shape its future and contribute to its ongoing transformation.

• Lafayette Placemaking Plan
• Opportunity Zones
• 5 Points Plan
• 3&4 Street Conversion Study
• Tippecanoe Housing Analysis & Strategy

Entrepreneurship

MatchBOX coworking studio

Matchbox coworking studio

MatchBOX Coworking Studio is a 24/7 shared office space. It is a coffee shop + bustling office + meeting rooms + makerspace + resources for business. All in a renovated historic garage.
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Purdue Foundry

Purdue Foundry

At the Purdue Foundry, were purveyors of  opportunity, facilitators of progress and connectors of problem-solvers to resources. Join us to learn more about how we empower startups that impact the world.
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Living in downtown

Shopping

Shopping

Upscale to vintage clothing, designer home accessories, gourmet goodies, original art in all media formats, music, games and even diamonds.
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Dining

DINING

Enjoy an extraordinary assortment of cuisine—from elegant fine dining to casual bistros, corner pubs to cocktail lounges.
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Entertainment

Entertainment

Ready. Set. Go Downtown to find art galleries, nightlife, community parks and even a bowling alley, Downtown has it all.
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Festivals

Festivals

Ready. Set. Go Downtown to find art galleries, nightlife, community parks and even a bowling alley, Downtown has it all.
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ARTS & Culture

Places to Live

The Marq

Ellsworth

Luna Flats

PUllman Station

Gibson on main

Press Apartments

Regency Springs

Nova Tower

Haywood Building

Lahr Apartments

Downtown Markets and Bakeries

From locally sourced fresh produce, specialty artisanal items, or a quick bite to eat, the downtown markets and bakeries offer a diverse range of options to satisfy your needs.

AVAILABLE PARKING

  • 215 Columbia St
  • 18N 5th St
  • N 7th Street

RECREATION

Wabash river promenade

Wabash river promenade

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Wabash heritage trail

Wabash heritage trail

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Riehle plaza

Riehle plaza

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Public Safety Center

Public Safety Center

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Escape room

Escape room

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Ax throwing

Ax throwing

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Main Street amusements

Main Street amusements

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Cost of doing business & incentives

Tax Increment Financing or TIF is used to support community infrastructure improvements and economic development and revitalization projects particularly in the downtown.

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The City of Lafayette offers tax incentives for industrial and commercial investments in real estate and personal property.

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Restaurants and food establishments in the designated downtown riverfront development district can apply for a low-cost three-way liquor license issued by the State of Indiana.

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Resources

City of Lafayette Economic Development Department

City of Lafayette Economic Development Department

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Matchbox coworking studio

Matchbox coworking studio

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Indiana small business development center

Indiana small business development center

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Lafayette Regional Association of Realtors 

Lafayette Regional Association of Realtors 

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Builders Association of Greater Lafayette 

Builders Association of Greater Lafayette 

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Contact us

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