Economic Development

Welcome to the Economic Development page of the Town of Wise website. While economic development is part of the Department of Planning and Zoning, it is a joint effort between town staff, council members, the Town of Wise Economic Development Authority, UVA Wise, local businesses, residents, and visitors. Each group plays an important role in the growth and development of our town. Use the menu to the left to explore topics related to economic development in the Town of Wise!

Town of Wise Economic Development Vision

"Wise is a dynamic and vibrant community where people want to live, visit, and do business.  We have a variety of jobs and diversity of housing choice for workers, professionals, and students alike.  We are a College Town, where the Town and UVA Wise are working towards their common and prosperous future." 

The guiding document for economic development in the Town of Wise, Economic Development Strategic Plan - Wise, Virginia (EDSP), identified five strategic themes:

1. Business Development

2. Housing

3. Physical Planning

4. College Town

5. Implementation 

The goals associated with each strategic theme can be found in the EDSP.