Starting a New Business

Thank you for your interest in the City of Central Falls and for choosing to open your business here. We are proud of our rich heritage in the cradle of the American Industrial Revolution and our diverse, hard-working local talent pool. We are located just north of Providence, RI, the state capital, less than an hour south of greater Boston and Worcester, MA, and just over three hours to NYC. We offer quick access to Route 95, the major interstate associated with the Northeast Corridor, and easy access to commercial and passenger rail, bus, air, and trucking centers and facilities. Here are the steps you need to take to open a business in Central Falls. If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the Department of Planning and Economic Development main number.