Doing Business in Center City

Your business belongs in the heart of Philadelphia, the sixth largest metropolitan region in the country, a destination of choice for companies seeking a thriving urban setting.

Doing Business

Philly Works

When it comes to being a great place to do business and attract talent, Philly works. With a downtown that doesn't stop when the workday ends, Philadelphia offers satisfaction in and out of the office.

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Why Center City

Center City Philadelphia is the second largest residential downtown in the country and the largest job center in the region, with almost 300,000 people working downtown.
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Business Resources

Learn about financing and incentives from government and non-profit organizations available to companies looking to move, expand or grow jobs in Philadelphia.
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Open a Store

Join the large number of global brands and local boutiques thriving in Center City, a unique and walkable shopping destination for the region.
CCD/CPDC Annual Report

State of Center City 2023

Does Center City Philadelphia have what it needs to recover? This CCD/CPDC report highlights Philadelphia’s signs of recovery and examines the serious challenges that must be addressed.
Developments

Downtown Real Estate Developments

Center City Philadelphia Developments 2022 is an in-depth report on current and upcoming major real estate projects in Center City. The report includes a map and full-color photos or renderings and project descriptions for all 65 major developments in Center City Philadelphia, categorized by type. As well as an interactive map featuring all of the developments found within the publication.
CCD/CPDC Newsletter

Center City Retail Update, July 2023

Center City retail and restaurants have almost fully rebounded from the events and challenges of 2020.
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Business Leaders Making a Difference

Get involved! Learn how Central Philadelphia Development Corporation's member businesses impact the economic vitality of Center City Philadelphia.

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