Small Business Programs

Denton welcomes entrepreneurs with new ideas and supports existing businesses with plans to grow. We appreciate the contributions startups and business expansions make to our economy, and offer a variety of resources to support them.

Small Business Development Center

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is a partnership program with the U.S. Small Business Administration and North Central Texas College.  The SBDC offers free and confidential counseling to new and existing small businesses.  Our advisor can assist clients with:

• Business plans & cash flow projections
• Government Contracting
• Financing for a startup or business expansion
• Obtaining licensing and permits
• Locate the necessary suppliers
• Hire and manage employees
• Research suppliers and customer leads from 16,000,000+ business databank 

Contact the SBDC at (940) 498-6470 or Email.

On-Line Business Portal

Welcome to OpenCounter Denton.  This new tool gives you the same service and information as physically visiting Development Services, but with increased efficiency and convenience.  Available 24/7, use it to gain practical knowledge when starting or expanding a business in Denton.

Use the Business Portal when you want to estimate the fees and permits that could apply to your new or expansion project.

Try the Zoning Portal to simplify the site selection process, by showing you where your business is permitted based on Denton Development Code.