Frequently Asked Questions

Our Economic Development team welcomes inquiries from businesses at every stage. If you want to discuss site selection, incentives, permits, or special programs, you can reach out via the Discover MCTX contact page. We will listen to your goals, outline the next steps, and connect you to the right staff within the City of Missouri City and partners in Fort Bend County as needed. The process is designed to be straightforward: 

• define your type of operation
• identify your preferred location (for example, the Texas Parkway and Cartwright corridors)
• review incentive options such as facade improvements and restaurant incentives
• schedule a tailored briefing with staff

The City has already launched incentive programs aimed at revitalizing the Texas Parkway and Cartwright corridors, including facade and restaurant incentive programs to accelerate redevelopment and attract new dining and retail concepts. These efforts demonstrate our commitment to faster timelines and tangible outcomes. For reference, the City’s Restaurant Incentive Program outlines eligibility and location criteria for attracting sit-down dining experiences along the corridors.

Medical & Life Sciences

Missouri City benefits from proximity to the Texas Medical Center and a cluster of healthcare facilities in the region. This creates opportunities for clinics, diagnostics centers, ancillary services, and headquarters/operations for healthcare providers. We promote sites that support growth in outpatient services, specialty clinics, and related support functions, with access to a skilled workforce and nearby hospitals.

Logistics & Distribution

 The Houston region’s freight network supports warehousing, distribution, and last-mile operations. Missouri City sits near major highways and freight corridors that connect to the Greater Houston area, making it a practical location for distribution centers and regional offices. Our corridors are designed to accommodate growth in supply chain and logistics services, with opportunities tied to infrastructure investments and coordinated reinvestment along Texas Parkway and Cartwright Road.

Hospitality & Service

 Population growth and regional accessibility generate demand for hotels, restaurants, and service businesses. The Restaurant Incentive Program shows the City’s willingness to invest in hospitality-driven growth, while the Discover MCTX directory highlights dining and service options to attract residents and visitors alike.

Company Relocation & Corporate Operations

Missouri City positions itself as a viable option for regional offices and operations centers within the Houston metro. By offering development-ready sites and a business-friendly permitting environment, we help companies bring office functions closer to home and to a diversified regional footprint. Nearby amenities like Fort Bend Town Center, the METRO Park & Ride, and evolving mixed-use developments reinforce the appeal for corporate operations. Recent updates to mobility and corridor infrastructure further support this narrative.

Texas Parkway and Cartwright Road are our strategic corridors. The City has invested in corridor improvements, beautification, and incentives to strengthen front doors for businesses while beautifying the public realm. These efforts aim to reduce friction for developers, attract new openings, and improve the overall experience for customers and employees in the area. Community coverage has noted these corridor enhancements and ongoing investment. For example, recent reporting highlights the city’s facade improvement and restaurant incentive programs and the corridor-wide improvements that accompany them.