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We’ve created an easy, straightforward process that enables you to get a permit in as little as 90 days in California thanks to our one-stop shop permitting counter and online system. If you’ve ever wanted to build or expand quickly in California, come to Tulare County. It’s as easy as...

We’re on a mission to help businesses in Tulare get integrated into our supportive community with our Grow Tulare County program. With an eye on streamlining and simplifying processes related to site selection, project review, permitting, and more, the Tulare County Economic Development Office is committed to get you up...

There’s so much room for growth in Tulare County. Whether your operation is large or small, just starting out, or looking to expand, we’ve got shovel-ready sites that can accommodate the vision you have for your business. There’s So Much Room for Growth in Tulare County! Just as important as developing your...

In Tulare County, we’ve made it a priority to ensure more money can be put back into your operations by offering no impact fees. Many fees can vary from one area to another. And all those fees cut into your bottom line or end up being the deal breaker for...

If you think it’s impossible to obtain a permit with an average turnaround time under 90 days in California, thank again! We’ve developed a streamlined and simplified approach to the permitting process to help fast-track your project. The TCED’s one-stop shop permitting counter and online system make it easier than...
RMA Assistant Director, Michael Washam, ACE receives state-level economic development in Ontario. The California Association for Local Economic Development (CALED) has recognized Michael Washam, Associate Director of the Tulare County Resource Management Agency (RMA), as a 2025 Local Economic Development Champion. The award, presented at CALED’s Annual Conference in Ontario, California,...

From cutting the red tape to offering personalized business assistance to meet your unique needs as an entrepreneur, Grow Tulare County is designed to help you start or expand your business in California… fast! No Red Tape with Grow Tulare County!Grow Tulare County was designed to help you navigate the complex...

Tulare County stands out in California thanks to our central location! We’re strategically located along the growing Highway 99 corridor, just four hours south of Sacramento and 3.5 hours north of Los Angeles. It also costs less to live here; the average home is $308,500 compared to $733,500 throughout the...

Does fast permitting, less red tape, and a low cost of doing business sound appealing? The Tulare County Economic Development Office’s Business Response Team knows that you’ve got enough on your plate, so it’s been our focus to make sure it’s easier than ever to start and grow a business...

Problem: You want to fast-track your project in California but don’t know where in the world to start. Solution: Come to Tulare County! We’ve developed a super easy, streamlined and simple permitting process to help you grow and expand quickly. How quick? Our average turnaround time is less than 90...

Fast permitting times. No red tape. That’s why Grow Tulare County stands out in California! We’ve created an environment where it’s easy to do business. Did we mention that it also costs less to live here, too? Our average home prices are $308,500 compared to $733,500 throughout California. We’re one...

New Homes in Goshen (West Visalia)
Feb 27 2025On February 1, a new housing development in Goshen celebrated its grand opening.At the beginning of February, a highly anticipated housing development by San Joaquin Valley Homes celebrated its grand opening in Goshen, featuring newly constructed homes, strategically located right off Highway 99, across Betty Drive. This housing development will...

Tulare County Success Story: Streamline Irrigation Enhances Agricultural Efficiency in Tulare County
Jan 15 2025Streamline Irrigation, based in Kingsburg, California, has significantly impacted agriculture in Tulare County by providing innovative and efficient irrigation solutions that help local Valley farmers optimize water usage and improve crop yields, particularly during the hot summer months when water is most critical.Streamline's success highlights the County's commitment to fostering...

Tulare County, long celebrated for its rich agricultural heritage, is also thriving as a dynamic and vibrant community. With the addition of new housing opportunities, the region continues to grow, attracting new residents while maintaining the charm and spirit that makes it such a desirable place to live. As demand...

As 2025 kicks off, we're setting out on a spicy mission to discover the best tacos in Tulare County—and we need your help! From taco trucks to sit-down restaurants, we’ll be traveling across the county, sampling everything from carne asada to crispy fish tacos, and sharing reviews, photos, and standout...

The Tulare County Economic Development team is sending a huge thank you to all the big and small local businesses for being the heart of Tulare County. Not only do these businesses contribute to our economy, they also enrich our community with their unique offerings and personal touch that strengthen...

Help Us Celebrate National Entrepreneurship Month by Supporting Tulare County’s Innovative Business Owners
Nov 25 2024The Tulare County Economic Development Office (EDO) is celebrating local entrepreneurs and their accomplishments this November for National Entrepreneurship Month! We are thrilled to be the home of an ever-innovative group of entrepreneurs who are dedicated to the creation of products and services that bring new life to our economy.What...
In late September, the Economic Development Office (EDO) worked alongside the Sequoia Tourism Council to make the Fall 2024 Concierge College event possible. Concierge College is a seminar hosted by the Sequoia Tourism Council to raise awareness about the value of tourism in the Sequoias region within Tulare County, as...
2024 Tourism Summit Highlights
Oct 28 2024On October 24, the 2024 Tourism Summit brought together over 100 leaders from Tulare County to discuss a vital economic force: tourism. With representatives from government, education, and hospitality, the summit focused on how tourism fuels local job growth, strengthens small businesses, and enhances community resources. Keynote speaker Ryan Becker,...

While California ranks second in the top 10 most expensive states to live in based on monthly costs, Tulare County is where businesses grow and residents prosper. Centered between Sacramento and Los Angeles, Tulare County offers commercial and residential property costs at half the median California prices. Businesses of any...

What's Going on in Goshen?
Sep 12 2024An update from the RMA’s Planning Division by Aaron R. Bock, MCRP, JD, LEED AP, Assistant Director of Economic Development & PlanningIf you've recently driven up the 99, you may have noticed a new, taller sign rising off Betty Drive in Goshen, just a bit taller than the orange truck...

More than 120 business professionals attended TeamCalifornia’s Meet the Consultants Site Selection & Economic Development Forum at the Visalia Convention Center on August 6-8, 2024. The Meet the Consultants Forum is held in a different California each year, with the County of Tulare serving as the Host County for 2024."Hosting...

TeamCalifornia and the County of Tulare are pleased to announce that Rob Taylor, the local entrepreneur behind regional favorites Stafford’s Chocolates and Reimer’s Candies, is coming on board as an Exhibitor-level sponsor for the upcoming 10th Annual Meet the Consultants and Economic Development Forum. The event is being hosted by...

Visalia, California – At the Board of Supervisors meeting on June 25, Tulare County Resource Management Agency (RMA)’s Associate Director, Michael G. Washam, ACE, introduced the arrival of new leadership and staff to the Economic Development Office (EDO). Washam also presented the EDO’s Economic Development Office Fiscal Year 2024/25 Work...