Partners
The District of Columbia government and other local organizations serve as a partner to neighborhood businesses by providing information, resources, maps, statistics, and networking.
Local government agencies, business associations, and nonprofit organizations offer community resources that leverage existing capabilities within neighborhood business districts.
Promoting economic development in older, established business districts supports historic preservation by attracting foot traffic and resources toward neighborhoods with historic sites.
National Main Street Center
Since 1980, the National Main Street Center has been working with communities across the nation to revitalize their historic or traditional commercial areas.
Real Estate
Development of real estate in priority areas is facilitated by the market information and tax incentives offered by the District of Columbia government.
Many neighborhood business districts are attractive as tourism destinations for both year-round residents and occasional visitors to the District of Columbia.