Business

Coronavirus Updates for Business

The Franklin County Office of Economic Development, the Towns of Rocky Mount and Boones Mill, the Smith Mountain Lake Chamber of Commerce, and the Franklin Center have joined forces to provide a centralized location for community businesses to go for the latest information on the outbreak and how it affects us all.

Agriculture

Farming contributes to the Franklin County jobs base and overall economy, as well as providing added stability to community values. Learn more about agriculture in Franklin County and our efforts to support it.

Bid Opportunities

Register as a vendor with Franklin County, and access bids and request for proposals for consultants, service providers, contractors, vendors, and suppliers.

Bring Your Business

If you’re looking to bring your business to Franklin County, we are here to help make the process as smooth as possible for you. We’ll help you find just the right location that meets your specific business needs and wants.

County Code

View the Franklin County Code of Ordinances online.

Economic Development

The mission of the Franklin County Office of Economic Development is to provide world class customer service to its customers. It will do this by being visionary and creative in providing opportunities for existing business development, attracting new business investments to the County, and supporting the future vitality of the community (residents and businesses) through strengthening and expanding the County’s economic base.

Employment Opportunities

Visit the Franklin County Human Resources Department page for information on applying for positions with Franklin County.

Franklin County GIS

Franklin County's new Online GIS Office is a fresh approach to delivering services to the public. We are now providing Web access to local data, more online viewers, plus access to the services the GIS Office provides.

Housing

Resource Directory

Search a listing of businesses, organizations, and other resources that operate in the area.

Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce

The Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to promoting tourism and growing business for its members and the community.

Tax Rates & Due Dates

Browse Franklin County tax rates and due dates.

Transportation

Find transportation services, providers, and other resources in Franklin County.

Workforce Development

The Franklin Center for Advanced Learning and Enterprise is managed by the Franklin County Workforce Development Consortium, a partnership offering employment, training, and educational services to employers and citizens of Franklin County.