Reorganized by the Mayor Dwight C. Jones' Administration in 2010 and dedicated to building the Richmond economy through both traditional economic development and neighborhood revitalization programs, the Department of Economic & Community Development (ECD) in Richmond, VA is responsible for:

• Encouraging the long-term growth and development of Richmond’s job base and workforce
• Cultivating a diverse and sustainable business community
• Growing career, business, and entrepreneurship opportunities for Richmond residents
• Fostering viable mixed-income residential neighborhoods
• Maximizing the city’s assets and advantages without compromising the health of its neighborhoods and residents

ECD offers a set of services to businesses interested relocating or expanding in the city of Richmond and sparking growth in strategic commercial corridors and historic neighborhoods.