Lansdale Economic Development Opportunities Report June 2025

Nestled in Montgomery County just outside of Philadelphia, the borough of Lansdale, Pennsylvania, offers a charming blend of small-town warmth and suburban convenience. Known for its historic downtown, family-friendly neighborhoods, strong sense of community, and outstanding economic opportunities, Lansdale — with a population of just under 19,000 people — is a place where residents and businesses enjoy a high quality of life with easy access to urban amenities. Lansdale is definitely a location worth looking into.

Location, Location, Location

Lansdale’s accessible location facilitates travel and distribution of goods, services and people. The borough’s proximity to multiple modes of transportation provides convenient access to vibrant metropolitan centers and markets. With easy access to four major highways and regional rail service, Lansdale is well-connected — making it easy for residents and businesses to explore destinations beyond the borough and welcome guests into town to experience all that Lansdale has to offer. Interstate 476 is an approximate 7-minute drive; Interstates 76 and 276 are about 30 minutes away; and Interstate 95 is an approximate 35-minute drive. These highways make trips to Philadelphia or Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; Trenton, New Jersey; Dover, Delaware; or New York City a relatively short commute (45 minutes to 2 hours).

Downtown Lansdale offers a vibrant blend of historic charm and modern amenities. The area is home to a diverse array of locally owned shops, restaurants, and cafes, providing residents and visitors alike with unique dining and shopping experiences.

The downtown district hosts various events throughout the year, such as the First Friday series from May to November, which features live music, food trucks and family-friendly activities. The annual Lansdale Beer Tasting Festival, which takes place in Memorial Park right off Lansdale’s Main Street in September, showcases local breweries and food vendors. Finally, the White’s Road Park Concert Series, Lansdale Festival of the Arts and the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony are not to be missed. With its lively downtown and abundant recreational opportunities, Lansdale offers its residents a welcoming community atmosphere and a high quality of life.

Why Lansdale?

The area began to transform in the 1850s with the arrival of the North Pennsylvania Railroad. The railroad brought jobs, which spurred the growth of housing, businesses, and hotels. By 1860, the village was designated as a post office hub, and as the population grew, so did the need for formal governance. On Aug. 24, 1872, Lansdale was officially incorporated as a borough, named after railroad engineer Philip Lansdale Fox. The event marked the start of a new chapter for the 269-acre community.

Lansdale is a welcoming community and is open for business. In recent years, a number of modern residential and commercial development projects have been initiated and completed. Many businesses proudly call Lansdale home, contributing to the community’s growth, convenience and vibrancy.

• Rex Heat Treat
• Backyard Beans
• Well Crafted Beer Company
• Pedaller Bike Shop
• Boardroom Spirits
• Izu Sushi
• Scent and Sip

Together, these businesses help define Lansdale’s unique identity — blending the innovation, local flavor and community-focused service that make the borough a great place to live, work and play.

The Borough supports local business growth through a range of innovative economic incentive programs designed to encourage investment and revitalization. The Economic Development Incentive Program offers businesses valuable financial benefits, including discounts on land development and permit fees, as well as monthly reductions on Borough electric bills for periods ranging from two to ten years. This groundbreaking program offers incentive levels tied to capital expenditures for new construction, renovations, fixtures, or equipment, as well as the number of new or existing full-time employees working within the borough. The Facade Improvement Grant Program — administered through the Economic Development Committee — provides funding to help businesses upgrade the exterior appearance of their buildings, promoting a more attractive and vibrant streetscape with the backing of borough support.

Families in Lansdale benefit from access to high-quality education through the North Penn School District (NPSD), a district known for its strong academic programs and student-focused approach. With a dedicated staff of more than 2,000, the district prioritizes academic excellence and individualized support — evident in its impressive 92.9 percent graduation rate and average investment of $18,070 per student each year. Lansdale is conveniently located near respected institutions, such as Gwynedd Mercy University and the Lansdale School of Business for those pursuing education beyond high school. The Lansdale Public Library, a vital community hub offering everything from free books and research assistance to career counseling and museum passes, supports the claim that in Lansdale, learning truly lasts a lifetime.

The Borough offers a wide range of amenities and excellence in delivering municipal system services. Residents enjoy services such as the borough-owned electric utility, a dedicated public works department, and a responsive police force committed to public safety. This commitment to service is evidenced by the borough achieving the American Public Power’s RP3 (Reliable Public Power Provider) Platinum Level designation in 2024. This designation recognizes Lansdale as a public power utility demonstrating leading practices in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvement.

Why not explore the many opportunities waiting for you in Lansdale? Whether you’re a resident, visitor or business owner, the borough offers a welcoming community, strong infrastructure and supportive programs. To learn more about what Lansdale has to offer, visit the official Borough website (https://www.lansdale.org) and the Discover Lansdale website (https://www.discoverlansdale.org) for updates, resources, and events that highlight the vibrant possibilities of Lansdale.

Site development opportunities in Lansdale include:

North Penn Business Park

• 22 acres of industrial space

Public Power and AMP

Public power utilities are not-for-profit, community-owned electric systems that work to provide the highest-quality, most reliable power to residents and businesses. They are part of the communities and focus on what is best for the people and businesses they serve.

American Municipal Power, Inc. (AMP) is the nonprofit wholesale power supplier and services provider for more than 130 Members in the states of Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia, as well as the Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation, a joint action agency with nine Delaware municipal members. Combined, these Member municipal electric utilities serve approximately 661,000 customers. AMP Members receive their power supply from a diversified resource mix that includes wholesale power purchases through AMP and the open market and energy produced at AMP and Member-owned generating facilities utilizing fossil fuel, hydroelectric, solar, wind, and other renewable resources.

For more information about our Member communities and programs, visit searchampsites.com.