RUTLANDOHIO
Tyler M. Eblin, Mayor
BUSINESS
Our Village, your Success
Starting a Business in the Village of Rutland
Development Opportunities
The Village of Rutland, a historic coal mining community, is situated in the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio. Nestled within our community is incredible potential for growth and new business opportunity. A number of commercial buildings currently sit vacant, awaiting for new development and flourishing economic activity. Whether it's a barber shop, coffee shop and cafe, family restaurant or hardware store, our community is eager to support your business.
Photos of buildings available for sale will be posted soon. If you are a developer, firm or individual interested in developing and leasing for business, or purchasing, developing and opening a business, please contact Tyler M. Eblin, Mayor, by calling (740) 742 2121.
Rutland Business District
The Rutland Business District is located in the heart of the Village of Rutland along State Route 124. Businesses currently serving our community include an automotive repair shop, a funeral home, two restaurants, two variety stores, a propane provider and a post office.
Business Objectives
While the Village welcomes all new lawful business opportunities, objective of the Village of Rutland is to facilitate economic development that promotes quality of life, meets the needs and visions of local residents, and nurtures reliable employment opportunities. The Village seeks new business in the area of banking; grocery; health and beauty; clothing and furniture; hardware; fuel and service; outdoor sports; and family restaurant and dining.
Economic Development Contacts
Tyler M. Eblin, Mayor
Village of Rutland
337 Main Street, Post Office Box 297
Rutland, Ohio 45775
Telephone: (740) 742 2121
Fax: (740) 742 0303
teblin.villageofrutland@gmail.com
Perry Varnadoe, Director of Economic Development
Meigs County Economic Development Office
236 East Main Street
Pomeroy, Ohio 45769
Telephone: (740) 992 3034
director@meigscountyohio.com
Quick Facts
Small Town, Big Facts
Location
The Village of Rutland is located in Rutland Township, Meigs County, Ohio, along State Route 124, connected to State Route 143 and State Route 684 by New Lima Road, and is part of the beautiful appalachian region.
Nearby Cities and Villages
Middleport, 6.8 miles
Pomeroy, 6.6 miles
Syracuse, 13 miles
Racine, 17.1 miles
Gallipolis, 21.9 miles
Athens, 28.7 miles
Jackson, 31.5 miles
Belpre, 41.6 miles
Marietta, 53.1 miles
Nearby Major Highways
Interstate 77, 47 miles
U.S. Highway 33, 7.8 miles
U.S. Highway 50, 18.2 miles
Ohio State Route 7, 3.8 miles
Population
2,137
Village of Rutland, 427
Rutland Township, 1,710
Households
929
Village of Rutland, 250
Rutland Township, 679
Income
$46,655 - $53,000
Village of Rutland, $53,000
Rutland Township, $46,655
Public Services and Infrastructure
Public services in the Village of Rutland are a shared responsibility of the Village, Township and County governments.
✔ Cable, Telephone and Internet Utilities
✔ Community Center
✔ Electrical Utilities
✔ Fire Protection
✔ Grants Administration
✔ Municipal Water System
✔ Municipal Sanitary Sewer System
✔ Municipal Storm Sewer System
✔ Parks and Recreation
✔ Police Protection
✔ Street Maintenance
✔ Street Lighting