 Many businesses in East Devon are facing increasing challenges in securing commercial space to relocate or grow into.
As well as contacting local agents, businesses can now share their commercial property requirements with East Devon District Council through an online form.
Why complete the form?
The council's Economic Development team are frequently notified of new commercial land and industrial units coming forward before they are publicly marketed.
By completing our online form, we can act as 'matchmaker' between businesses and developers/landowners. Whether you are desperate for space now, or have growth plans over the next few years, we may be able to support your future needs.
To log your requirements, click on the link below. The form takes around five to ten minutes to complete.
We have commissioned YTKO to deliver free business support across East Devon, fully funded by the council. Work directly with an experienced business advisor who will help you:
- Clarify your business idea or direction
- Build a practical plan to move forward
- Strengthen key areas such as finance, marketing, and operations
- Prepare for funding opportunities where relevant
This new service is helping both new and existing businesses move forward with confidence. For those starting a business for the first time, you can also check out our StartSmart programme.
To express your interest in this wider support, complete the short online form below.
 Struggling to recruit, keep staff or address skills gaps? Find out how East Devon employers can access free recruitment support, inclusive hiring guidance and funded training delivered locally to strengthen their workforce.
This short, practical event is organised by the Connect to Work programme and brings together the local support available in East Devon, helping employers reduce recruitment risk, improve retention and upskill their teams, all in one place.
The event is free to attend, with refreshments provided.
We are currently running two small grant schemes for businesses (subject to eligibility):
- Start-ups and entrepreneurs starting a new business can access up to £2,500 through the StartSmart Fund for grants to support early stage growth.
- Business owners planning to sell their business to an Employee Ownership Trust can access up to £2,500 through the Employee Ownership Fund.
Our two main business growth and decarbonisation schemes (the Innovation and Resilience Fund and Carbon Action Fund) have closed. No further rounds of these funds are planned or expected.
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