Frequently Asked Questions

PCEDA works to achieve economic growth in Preston County by providing hands-on assistance to businesses, leveraging grant funds to build industrial and other infrastructure access roads, and offering support from all levels of government to grow your business.

The communities in Preston County include Albright, Arthurdale, Aurora, Brandonville, Bruceton Mills, Kingwood, Masontown, Newburg, Reedsville, Rowlesburg, Terra Alta, and Tunnelton.

PCEDA is located at 157 Plaza Court, Suite 8, Kingwood, WV 26537. Staff can be reached by phone at 304-329-2299 or email at pceda@prestonwva.com.

Preston County offers affordable, centrally located sites, no permit requirements, a strong workforce, fewer regulations, and lower taxes, making it easier to grow a business. 

All featured properties are located close to transportation options (highways, rail, air) that help businesses reach major East Coast markets in a matter of hours. Preston County is situated within 500 miles of two-thirds of the American and one-third of the Canadian industrial and consumer markets.

Businesses have access to local and state resources, information on HUBZone Designation, and the Build WV District. The PCEDA also provides hands-on assistance and leverages grant funds.

Preston County offers an advantageous, affordable supply of vacant sites, existing buildings, and industrial parks. Most sites have state-of-the-art infrastructure already installed or nearby.

We partner with site selectors, state and regional economic development organizations, workforce development agencies, educational institutions, local governments, and community organizations to foster economic growth and align workforce skills with employer needs. Site selectors and partners should contact us for customized assistance.

Businesses can benefit from less red tape and fewer overall regulations. No county building permits are required, as there are no county zoning, planning, or building code restrictions. Some towns may have lower-cost licensing/zoning requirements.

Nearby highway, rail, and air transportation options allow businesses to reach major East Coast markets in a matter of hours from the area’s featured properties. Preston County is within 500 miles of two-thirds of the American and one-third of the Canadian industrial and consumer markets.

PCEDA provides hands-on assistance by leveraging grant funds specifically to build water, sewer, natural gas, broadband, and industrial access road infrastructure to support community and business growth, from local and state and federal sources.

You can find information about employment in the Workforce section of the PCEDA site, which includes workforce data, major employers, higher education, and workforce resources. Job listing submissions are also facilitated via the website.

The largest employers in Preston County are the Federal Correctional Complex at Hazelton, Preston County Board of Education, Vandalia Health, Walmart Associates, Superior Reedsville Filtration, C.W. Wright Construction, Preston Contractors, Camp Dawson, Communicare Health, and the Preston County Commission. Learn more about the most significant Preston County industry sectors and the skilled talent that makes it all possible.

Preston County offers the best of everything, featuring a supportive community, incredible outdoor recreation, a diverse industry base, and access to major East Coast markets at a fraction of the cost, with some of the lowest household bills and business costs in West Virginia.

Outdoor recreation is abundant, including whitewater rafting on the Cheat River for experts and beginners, and exploring over 12,000 acres at Coopers Rock State Forest. Enjoy your favorite - whether that is hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, fishing, hunting, or bird watching.