Independence is an industrial "hub” for Southeast Kansas and the home of many successful businesses that conduct business in a global market.  Independence is in close proximity to major markets and draws a workforce from a population base of close to 200,000 people on a daily basis. 

 

If you are considering relocating or expanding your business in Independence, we are pleased to present two main industrial parks with available acreage for your business.  We would also be pleased to work with you on alternate sites which may better suit the company's needs or have other advantages for your project. 

 

The Independence Airport Industrial Park is located four miles southwest of the City of Independence and is currently home to various businesses including Cessna Aircraft. 

 

Airport Industrial-South -- The Airport Industrial Park-South has 161 acres available in the southeast corner of the Airport Industrial Park.  Full utility services are available to the site.  The City will subdivide this property in a manner that is tailored to the business’ needs. 

 

Airport Industrial-West -- This site is located in the northwest corner of the Airport Industrial Park, adjoining U.S. 75 Highway. All utilities are available to the site.  The site consist of 192 acres

 

 

The West Laurel Industrial Park has 60 acres available.  It is located in the western portion of Independence and adjoins US 75/160.  Access to the US highway is by a controlled intersection.  Full utility services are available to the site.  A rail spurline is available in the Industrial Park and extendable to the specific needs of the business.   

 

 

We have a comprehensive set of incentives to assist with your project, in addition to those offered by the State of Kansas and the Kansas Department of Commerce, including:

• Land Incentives are Available

• Industrial Revenue Bonds and other low cost financing options
• Tax Assistance:
   o Property Tax Exemption up to 100% for 10 years
   o Capital Investment Tax Credits – 10% (for only specified areas in Kansas)
   o Enhanced Enterprise Zone
• Utility Extensions and Electric rate reduction
• Other assistance as needed

 

If you would like specific industrial site and economic development incentive information, please contact the City Manager at (620) 332-2506 or Brad Elits, Montgomery County Action Council at (620) 331-3830.  For other business support, contact the Chamber of Commerce at (620) 331-1890 or Independence Main Street at (620) 331-2300.  

 

 

Larger versions of the files below are located in the Documents section of this website.  Thank you for reviewing our industrial sites and we look forward to working with you on your project!

 

Available Industrial Land

Aerial of Airport	Airport Master Plan Map	Airport South	Airport West
West Laurel Aerial	West Laurel Map