The Lafayette Parish Retail Ready Program, powered by Lafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA), is an exciting expansion of the successful City of Broussard's Retail Ready Initiative, now extending its reach to all six municipalities within Lafayette Parish: Broussard, Carencro, Duson, Lafayette, Scott, and Youngsville. This initiative is designed to catalyze economic growth and enhance community development by focusing on prime sites suitable for restaurant, entertainment, and retail development.
Mission
The program's mission is to identify and promote strategically located sites across Lafayette Parish that are ideal in size and quality for retail and entertainment projects. By streamlining the development process, we aim to create vibrant commercial hubs that serve as economic engines for our communities.
Goals
Expedited Permitting Process: The program aims to fast-track the permitting process for retail development projects, reducing wait times and removing hurdles to ensure that businesses can start operating as soon as possible.
Enhanced Visibility: The program offers marketing support for both listed and non-listed sites that meet our program’s criteria. By highlighting these prime locations, we attract top-tier retailers and developers to our municipalities.
The Lafayette Parish Retail Ready Program is committed to fostering an environment where businesses can thrive, contributing to the overall prosperity and quality of life in our communities. Join us in transforming Lafayette Parish into a premier destination for retail and entertainment excellence.