Roadblocks for New Business in Bend

1. Have you, or do you know of someone, who has struggled to open or expand a business within the past 12 months?

Have you, or do you know of someone, who has struggled to open or expand a business within the past 12 months? Yes

2. If you answered yes to the previous question, mark all that apply.

If you answered yes to the previous question, mark all that apply. Permitting/Planning

Land Availability

Commercial Space Availability/Affordability

Infrastructure needs

Other (please specify)

3. In your opinion, is Bend a “business friendly” city?

In your opinion, is Bend a “business friendly” city? Yes

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4. Do you believe Bend is providing enough incentive for businesses to expand or move to our area?

Do you believe Bend is providing enough incentive for businesses to expand or move to our area? Yes

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5. Are you, or have you recently, considered moving your business out of Bend?

Are you, or have you recently, considered moving your business out of Bend? Yes

6. What areas do you believe are limiting Bend and/or Oregon’s ability to attract new jobs and businesses? (Check all that apply)

What areas do you believe are limiting Bend and/or Oregon’s ability to attract new jobs and businesses? (Check all that apply) State taxes on personal income

Local property taxes

System Development Charges

Direction of local government

Oregon land use planning process

Local ordinances

Local community sentiment against growth

Being able to hire qualified persons

Infrastructure development

Educational opportunities

Affordable housing

Availability of suitable industrial land

Area livability

Permitting and planning process

Ability or willingness to provide companies incentives

Ability to quickly put in place new business

Competitive disadvantages to other regions

Other (please specify)

7. Can the Chamber contact you directly to share your story with other members?

Can the Chamber contact you directly to share your story with other members? Yes

If yes, please provide contact info below

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