Business in Venice
Want to start a business in Venice?
Congratulations on choosing Venice, Florida to start or relocate your business! To help get your business going as quickly as possible, here are some helpful links and resources.
Local Organizations
These nonprofit organizations offer services such as local business resources, support and networking.
Venice MainStreet, Inc.
Venice Area Chamber of Commerce
Business and Professional Women Englewood/Venice
BNI (Business Network International) Southwest Florida
City Of Venice
Venice, Florida Municipal Government
The City of Venice is dedicated to supporting both new and relocating businesses by providing essential municipal services and easy access to important information. Through VeniceGov.com, business owners can find details on permits, licensing, zoning, and other regulatory requirements needed to operate within city limits. The website also offers updates on city meetings, development plans, and resources to help you stay informed and connected. With a focus on maintaining a vibrant, business-friendly environment, the municipal government plays a key role in helping your business succeed in Venice, Florida.
Contact
Kelsey Shope, City of Venice Business Liaison
kelseyshope@venicefl.gov
941-882-7435
County Resources
Economic Development Corporation Sarasota County
Visit Sarasota County
Statewide Organizations and Florida Government Resources
Florida Business Information Portal
FloridaCommerce
Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association
Florida Small Business Development Center Network (for Southwest Florida region)
State of Florida Government
Federal Resources
Small Business Administration- U.S. Government
Disaster Preparedness Planning for Your Business
Lease or buy in Venice
The historic district in Downtown Venice, Florida is a wonderful place to set up a new business or reside. With a long history of being the commercial center and heart of Venice since the 1920s, there are a variety of options for office, retail, and restaurants, as well as residential units.
Below is a list of resources for finding lease or purchase options, if available, located within Venice MainStreet’s designated district. Please contact the listed Realtors, leasing agents, landlords, or property owners directly for information on availability.
Businesses for sale
Listings of businesses for sale in Venice, Florida can be found on BizBuySell.com.
Commercial Properties
Burgundy Management:
– Merchants of Venice Building, Nokomis Ave South and Miami Ave West
– Burgundy Square, 200 block of Miami Avenue West
Office: 125B Miami Ave W, Venice FL 34285
941-480-0406
burgundyflorida@gmail.com
Seaboard Office Park
312 East Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 488-6666
seaboardofficepark.com
Venetian Plaza Business Center
304 West Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
properties.rerobbins.com
The Venice Company
– Island Plaza, 101 W Venice Ave
– Venice Square, 100 W Venice Ave
– Surrey Place, Tampa Ave. and W Venice Ave
– Schoolcraft Johnson, 201 W Venice Ave
– Thompson Building, 128-140 W Venice Ave
Office:
101 W. Venice Ave, Suite 31, Venice, FL 34285
941-488-7482
thevenicecompany@gmail.com
Downtown residential
Apartments above Celebration Corner
303-305 W Venice Ave (at corner of Nassau St.), Venice, FL 34285
(941) 497-1893
Burgundy Square Apartments
Burgundy Management
941-480-0406
burgundyflorida@gmail.com
San Marco Condominiums
240 Tampa Ave W, Venice, FL 34285
Schoolcraft Apartments
201 W. Venice Ave, Venice, Florida 34285
The Venice Company
941-488-7482
Tra Ponti Villaggio
Located downtown on East Venice Avenue and Tampa Avenue, floorplans consist of single-family homes and townhouses.
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