Economic development
Business-friendly environment
Ballwin is home to 480 businesses and charges zero municipal property tax. The City actively supports business growth and retention through streamlined licensing, development assistance, and the Shop Ballwin First program.
Manchester Road corridor
The City's Comprehensive Plan identifies mixed-use redevelopment along Manchester Road as a key priority, transforming aging retail centers into vibrant hubs that combine office, retail, residential, and public gathering spaces.
Start a business in Ballwin
City Planner Lynn Sprick is the first point of contact for anyone looking to open or relocate a business. Contact Lynn at lynn.sprick@ballwin.mo.us or (636) 227-2243.
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Last reviewed: March 2026
