Find a location
So you've done your homework and are ready to take the next step towards building a business in Merrill. The next step is to find a suitable home for your business.
Identify the zone your property is in
A commercial business must be housed in an appropriate zone for the type of business you are operating.
Home-occupation businesses
A home occupation business is exactly what it sounds like – a business operating out of a residential property. For information and rules on home occupation businesses, contact Darin Pagel, Building/Zoning Administrator at (715) 536-4880.
Industrial businesses
Industrial businesses are generally larger businesses that focus on manufacturing. If you wish to start an industrial business, contact Building/Zoning Administrator Darin Pagel at (715) 536-4880 or City Engineer Public Works Director/City Engineer Rod Akey at (715) 536-5594.
New Construction
Building your own building is a much more complicated process than moving into an existing building, and also requires direct communication with Building/Zoning Administrator Darin Pagel or City Engineer Public Works Director/City Engineer Rod Akey.
Commercial businesses seeking an existing building
To secure a location for your commercial business, find a vacant building or available lot. View a map of City-owned property.