Available Building Sites

Find Your Perfect Site

For the most comprehensive, up-to-date inventory of available commercial and industrial properties in Southern Boone County, visit Location One Information System (LOIS).

The Southern Boone Economic Development Council (SBEDC) works to maintain an active registry of shovel-ready sites and available buildings throughout the region. We’re here to help you find the right location for your business.

Explore Available Properties

Property Types

Industrial land and facilities
Commercial sites
Office space
Flex space for growing businesses
Development-ready land

Many of our sites qualify as “shovel-ready,” meaning they have utilities in place and clear paths to development approval.

Existing Business & Industrial Parks

➨Cartwright Business & Technology Park

Located near Ashland’s airport, this development offers primarily vacant land ready for your project. The park is already home to an Amazon Distribution Center, demonstrating the area’s logistics advantages and infrastructure capacity.

➨Ashland Industrial Park

Strategically positioned by the airport with room for new development. Easy access to Highway 63 and strong utility infrastructure make this an ideal location for manufacturing, distribution, and related industries.

Infrastructure That Works

You need reliable utilities and connectivity to operate efficiently. Southern Boone County delivers:

Electric Power
Multiple providers including Boone Electric Cooperative and Ameren Missouri ensure competitive rates and reliable service.
Water & Sewer
City utilities provide dependable water and sewer service. Specific capacity and connection details available for each site.

High-Speed Internet
98% coverage with fiber internet up to 5 Gbps available from multiple providers. This isn’t just residential internet—it’s the infrastructure businesses need to compete globally.
Natural Gas
Ameren Missouri provides natural gas service throughout the region.

For detailed utility specifications at specific sites, contact SBEDC and we’ll connect you with the right information.

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Wondering what a site actually looks like?

SBEDC helps facilitate property tours and coordinates with landowners to give you the access you need to make informed decisions. We know the people, the process, and the possibilities. Let us help you navigate from site selection to ribbon cutting.

Contact SBEDC

Permitting & Business Regulations

Southern Boone County makes it easy to get your project moving. Whether you’re building a new facility, remodeling, or expanding operations, county and city partners provide guidance throughout the process.

Who Handles What

Boone County Resource Management Department
Oversees building permits, zoning, on-site wastewater, stormwater, and driveway access for unincorporated areas.

City of Ashland Permits & Licensing
Handles permits, inspections, and zoning inside city limits.

Columbia/Boone County Public Health
Provides environmental health approvals for food service or public facilities.

Boone County Master Plan (2025)
Guides growth and land use decisions throughout the county.

Common Permits & Approvals

Building Permits
Required for new structures, additions, remodels, or major repairs.

Zoning & Land Use Approvals
Needed for rezoning, conditional use permits, or subdivision plats.

On-Site Wastewater (Septic) Permits
For new or upgraded systems outside city sewer areas.

Driveway or Right-of-Way Permits
Required for access to county-maintained roads.

Your Partners in Growth

County and city staff are available to answer questions, review plans, and guide you every step of the way. Contact Boone County Resource Management Office at 573-886-4330 or visit the Resource Management website.

Landowners Have Property to List?

If you own commercial or industrial property in Southern Boone County, we want to help you connect with the right tenants and developers.

Why Partner with SBEDC?

Many landowners don’t realize the development potential of their property. Some don’t know where to begin. Others want to ensure any development benefits the community they care about.

SBEDC helps property owners:

Understand what makes a site attractive to businesses
Market available properties to qualified prospects
Coordinate site tours and information requests and access to resources needed for development
Connect with serious developers and tenants

Let’s Explore Possibilities Together

Your property could be the key to bringing quality jobs and economic growth to Southern Boone County. We’ll work with you to understand your goals and find opportunities that work for everyone.

Connect With SBEDC About Your Property