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Why expand or locate a new business in Paso Robles? If “quality of life” for you and your employees is as important as the “bottom line,” Paso Robles is an excellent choice. Among the advantages of Paso Robles are:

Vigorous Economy: Paso Robles has a thriving and diverse economy. Check out the recent Paso Robles Economic Forecast and also San Luis Obispo County Economic Vitality web site for more information.

Quality of Life: Paso Robles is a great place to visit, with attractions of many types. The only thing better than visiting Paso Robles, is living in Paso Robles!

Housing: Paso Robles has among the most affordable housing in San Luis Obispo County.

Available Land: There are hundreds of acres of commercial and industrially zoned properties in different parts of the City, close to highways, rail and airport links.

Infrastructure: City facilities (water & wastewater) are planned for long-range growth and provided by the City in advance of when they are needed.

Utilities: Water, wastewater treatment, roads, and public safety needs anticipate growth and development 15 years in advance, and the City has funding commitments to continue facilities expansion.

Transportation/Communications: Paso Robles lies along the transportation and telecommunications highways of California. Bisected by Highways 101 and 46, and served by the Union Pacific Railroad, the community is central to all of California. DSL and cable high-speed data service are available to residents and business.

Attitude: The City is known for its “business friendly” attitude. Commercial and industrial development projects are processed at competitive speed.

Educational Opportunities: Paso Robles is the home of the North County Campus of Cuesta College, providing educational opportunities for youth and adults.

Parks, Recreation, and Library Services are high priorities for Paso Robles. The City has invested approximately $15 Million during the last decade to provide a new library and state-of-the-art recreational facilities.

Economic Development Strategy: A City policy to encourage manufacturing, tourism, retail sales and housing, plus facilitating the development review process. The Economic Development Strategy sets forth the goals, objectives and program in each of these areas.

Paso Robles Redevelopment Agency: Since 1987 the City’s Redevelopment Agency has undertaken projects of benefit to the approximately 1150-acre Redevelopment Area. The project area boundaries include the historic downtown and much of the west side of Paso Robles. Investments have included refurbishment of the downtown City Park, storm drainage and street improvements in the downtown and Niblick Road corridors, and assistance to affordable housing within and outside the Redevelopment Project Area. For more detailed information, please contact the Planning Division at (805) 237-3970. For a map of the Redevelopment Area please contact the Planning Division at (805) 237-3970 to review the Redevelopment Plan, Implementation Program, and current project initiatives.

Downtown Development Opportunities: Preservation and expansion of the downtown area is a City priority identified in the General Plan, Redevelopment Plan, and Economic Development Strategy. It finds implementation in the policies of both the Planning Commission and City Council. Among the incentives for downtown development are preferential off-street parking requirements, funding through the Community Development Block Grant Program for health and safety improvements, and City capital projects designed to encourage downtown investments. The Planning Division at (805) 237-3970 can provide further details and assistance.

Airport Area Commercial and Industrial Development: Development opportunities surround the Paso Robles Municipal Airport. With one of the best weather patterns and exceptional physical facilities (main runway 6,000 feet and planned for further expansion) and a new Regional Air Terminal, the City’s Airport provides a convenient resource for business development. Business Park zoning and land is available for either lease (at the airport) or purchase (surrounding the airport). Please visit the Planning Division for information on General Plan and Zoning. The Public Works Department is the contact point for Airport Leases.


	Relocation Guide Why expand or locate a new business in Paso Robles? If “quality of life” for you and your employees is as important as the “bottom line,” Paso Robles is an excellent choice. Among the advantages of Paso Robles are: Vigorous Economy: Paso Robles has a thriving and diverse economy. Check out the recent Paso Robles Economic Forecast and also San Luis Obispo County Economic Vitality web site for more information. Quality of Life: Paso Robles is a great place to visit, with attractions of many types. The only thing better than visiting Paso Robles, is living in Paso Robles! Housing: Paso Robles has among the most affordable housing in San Luis Obispo County. Available Land: There are hundreds of acres of commercial and industrially zoned properties in different parts of the City, close to highways, rail and airport links. Infrastructure: City facilities (water & wastewater) are planned for long-range growth and provided by the City in advance of when they are needed. Utilities: Water, wastewater treatment, roads, and public safety needs anticipate growth and development 15 years in advance, and the City has funding commitments to continue facilities expansion. Transportation/Communications: Paso Robles lies along the transportation and telecommunications highways of California. Bisected by Highways 101 and 46, and served by the Union Pacific Railroad, the community is central to all of California. DSL and cable high-speed data service are available to residents and business. Attitude: The City is known for its “business friendly” attitude. Commercial and industrial development projects are processed at competitive speed. Educational Opportunities: Paso Robles is the home of the North County Campus of Cuesta College, providing educational opportunities for youth and adults. Parks, Recreation, and Library Services are high priorities for Paso Robles. The City has invested approximately $15 Million during the last decade to provide a new library and state-of-the-art recreational facilities. Economic Development Strategy: A City policy to encourage manufacturing, tourism, retail sales and housing, plus facilitating the development review process. The Economic Development Strategy sets forth the goals, objectives and program in each of these areas. Paso Robles Redevelopment Agency: Since 1987 the City’s Redevelopment Agency has undertaken projects of benefit to the approximately 1150-acre Redevelopment Area. The project area boundaries include the historic downtown and much of the west side of Paso Robles. Investments have included refurbishment of the downtown City Park, storm drainage and street improvements in the downtown and Niblick Road corridors, and assistance to affordable housing within and outside the Redevelopment Project Area. For more detailed information, please contact the Planning Division at (805) 237-3970. For a map of the Redevelopment Area please contact the Planning Division at (805) 237-3970 to review the Redevelopment Plan, Implementation Program, and current project initiatives. Downtown Development Opportunities: Preservation and expansion of the downtown area is a City priority identified in the General Plan, Redevelopment Plan, and Economic Development Strategy. It finds implementation in the policies of both the Planning Commission and City Council. Among the incentives for downtown development are preferential off-street parking requirements, funding through the Community Development Block Grant Program for health and safety improvements, and City capital projects designed to encourage downtown investments. The Planning Division at (805) 237-3970 can provide further details and assistance. Airport Area Commercial and Industrial Development: Development opportunities surround the Paso Robles Municipal Airport. With one of the best weather patterns and exceptional physical facilities (main runway 6,000 feet and planned for further expansion) and a new Regional Air Terminal, the City’s Airport provides a convenient resource for business development. Business Park zoning and land is available for either lease (at the airport) or purchase (surrounding the airport). Please visit the Planning Division for information on General Plan and Zoning. The Public Works Department is the contact point for Airport Leases.