The Department of Development provides unique and award-winning programs to help local citizens and businesses. With some of the most creative programs in community development, economic development and housing the department has responded to a mandate to innovate from the Cuyahoga County Board of Commissioners. The Department of Development’s professional staff work with local elected officials, business leaders, small business owners, entrepreneurs, non-profits, arts and cultural organizations and universities to provide technical assistance and educational opportunities that will ensure a vibrant economic future for our region.