Start or Grow Your Business in Lee

Clear steps, helpful resources, and a community ready to support you. In Lee, you’re not navigating it alone.

Starting or expanding a business can feel complex—but in Lee, you’re not navigating it alone.

We work closely with town officials, regional organizations, and local partners to help make the process as clear, efficient, and supportive as possible.

Getting Started in Lee

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Town of Lee Resources

The Town of Lee provides helpful guidance and resources to walk you through the process of opening or expanding a business, including:

Permits and licensing
Zoning information
Key town contacts

👉 Explore the Town of Lee's "Friend-Lee" Guide to Doing Business 👉 Access Permits & Zoning Information 👉 Lee Grant Opportunities

Planning, Local Insights & Funding

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Berkshire Regional Planning Commission

Understanding the local landscape can help you make informed decisions. Resources from the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission offer data and insights on:

Economic trends
Demographics
Development opportunities
Regional planning studies
Funding opportunities, including Berkshire Funding Focus

👉 View Data and Reports and see what BRPC is doing for the Berkshires 👉 Check out Berkshire Funding Focus grant opportunities

Business Support & Innovation

Looking to grow or explore new opportunities? Regional and statewide organizations offer support, resources, and connections to help your business succeed at every stage.

Berkshire Innovation Center

The Berkshire Innovation Center provides programming, training, consulting, and collaboration opportunities for businesses across industries in the Berkshires.

👉 Learn More About the BIC

Massachusetts Small Business Administration

The Massachusetts Small Business Administration offers guidance, funding programs, and tools for starting and growing your business.

👉 Learn More About MSBA

Need Help?

Not sure where to begin—or looking for the right next step?

The Lee Chamber is here to help connect you with the right people and resources.

Reach out—we’re happy to talk through your ideas and help you move forward.

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