People Kirkland is a vibrant, attractive, and welcoming place to live, work, play, and visit. Safe, walkable, bikeable, and friendly neighborhoods are connected to each other and to thriving commercial centers that provide jobs and services, schools, parks, and our scenic waterfront. Civic engagement, equity, and diversity are highly valued.
Economic Development in Kirkland The City of Kirkland is an active, participating member of a robust, regional economic development ecosystem that includes cities, government and non-profit organizations, service providers and other partners dedicated to the economic vitality of the Eastside.
Transportation and Infrastructure Kirkland is a vibrant, attractive, and welcoming place to live, work, play, and visit. Safe, walkable, bikeable, and friendly neighborhoods are connected to each other and to thriving commercial centers that provide jobs and services, schools, parks, and our scenic waterfront. Civic engagement, equity, and diversity are highly valued.
Doing Business with the City Open invitations for bids, requests for proposals, and requests for qualifications.
Codes and Laws Here you can connect with the Revised Code of Washington, Kirkland Municipal Code, Kirkland Zoning Code, the Washington Administrative Code and the Kirkland Comprehensive Plan.
Business Environmental Assistance Kirkland businesses of all types can get free personalized support and resources to run your business more sustainably.
Preparedness for Businesses An estimated 40% of businesses do not reopen after a major disaster. Developing a business continuity plan and getting prepared can help your business survive after an emergency.
Inclusive & Welcoming Economy The resources on this page are intended to serve as a ‘toolkit’ for businesses and organizations in the spirit of this commitment.
Shop Local Kirkland Initiative The Shop Local Kirkland initiative is a celebration of Kirkland's vibrant business community, designed to uplift and empower our local businesses to not just survive, but truly thrive.
Business Assistance Connect with local, regional, and national business resources including the Greater Kirkland Chamber of Commerce, Startup 425 and more.
Startup425 This page provides data about Startup425, an initiative of five communities on Seattle’s Eastside (Bellevue, Kirkland, Issaquah, Redmond, and Renton), in partnership with the Port of Seattle.
Doing Business in Kirkland This page helps entrepreneurs wishing to start a business in Kirkland, and is a resource for existing Kirkland businesses to continue their operations, access resources and maintain compliance.