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Why Downtown

Discover why businesses, employees and innovators thrive in Downtown Houston—an epicenter of opportunity, connectivity and culture.

Downtown Houston is the heart of a dynamic city, uniquely positioned with unmatched transit access, a central location and spaces that blend work, play and connection.

With over $9 billion in development projects across the past two decades, our district is evolving to meet modern needs, from reimagined public spaces to state-of-the-art infrastructure that supports business growth and community vitality.

Incentives + Programs

We provide financial incentives through public and private sector partnerships designed to make Downtown Houston a place where Houstonians and visitors want to live, work, and play.

$100K+
Approved Grants for Storefront Improvements
90%
Individual employee activity recovery vs. pre-COVID levels in Downtown
$1M
Committed to Mayor's Plan for Reducing Homelessness

Research + Reports

Our DTH+ Research Team provides accurate, timely reports for the Downtown Houston business community, greater Houston stakeholders and other key decision makers. Our reports are here to support economic development activities, public policy, advocacy and other Downtown Houston initiatives.

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