Downtown Dalton

Downtown Dalton is nestled in the valley between the Cumberland and Blue Ridge mountains. Geographically, it is Georgia's fifth largest downtown district. Approximately 3,000 employees and 300 businesses, ranging from eclectic gift shops and unique specialty stores to leading professional firms and financial institutions call Downtown home. In 2006, the completion of a $7 million downtown streetscape project brought charming sidewalks, historic light fixtures and colorful plantings to further beautify the historic downtown area.

DOWNTOWN DALTON DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Downtown Dalton Development Authority (DDDA), a public corporation created in 1981 by the General Assembly of Georgia for the purpose of revitalizing Dalton's downtown area, is responsible for the development and promotion of trade, commerce, industry, and employment opportunities within the central business district. The preservation of Downtown Dalton's heritage and the expansion of its role as the economic, technological, professional, and cultural center for the Northwest Georgia Region have created a favorable climate to attract new businesses and support those already located in Downtown Dalton.

SERVICES PROVIDED BY DDDA / MAIN STREET

The DDDA / Main Street program is available to help new and potential businesses achieve a successful beginning, and existing downtown businesses grow and thrive. We utilize the most progressive techniques and highest caliber resources as we strive to maintain the beauty and charm of historical Downtown Dalton.

TYPICAL SERVICES PROVIDED:

• Assistance with special events to be held downtown, including permit applications and promotion
• Professional design assistance for rehabilitation and historic preservation projects
• Assistance with facade improvements, including design, the approval process and DDDA facade grant applications
• Financial assistance with small business financing through various local, state and federal loan resources
• Guidance through permitting and licensing processes, and third party negotiation for reaching compromises
• Information about available properties for those interested in opening a business in Downtown Dalton or expanding/relocating a current business
• Education and training for small business management, accounting practices, marketing, and many other business-related topics through local, state, and federal resources and those made available by the Main Street program
• Marketing and promoting a business
• Strategies for overall business development

General information about laws and ordinances in the Central Business District, including sign ordinances, sidewalk displays, renovation guidelines, etc. For additional information go to Available Properties and Forms & Info links on this website. To obtain assistance for your business needs, please contact us at 706-278-DDDA or use the Contact Us link at the top of this page.

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