Retail in LIC

LIC retailers offer a mix unlike any other and are the heart of our resilient neighborhood. Our mixed-use community creates the perfect environment for retail and the unique retail here makes LIC a great place to be! Explore below to access resources and get the latest information on LIC's retail community.

 

Whether you are a shopper, a current retailer, a prospective retailer, or looking to fill a retail space, we have the resources to help you succeed in the neighborhood.

SHOPPERS / CURRENT RETAILERS / PROSPECTIVE RETAILERS / PROPERTY OWNERS

SHOPPERS

Meet Our Retailers

Get out and explore all the LIC retailers have to offer and always remember to #ShopLocal

Search for a variety of businesses located within the business improvement district below. 

CURRENT RETAILERS

Let LICP Help Your Business

We are ready to help you find space, financing, and a new audience. Our team is here to help you with everything from getting your message out on social media to navigating permits and local government.

Business Financing, Incentives and Programs

Your small business may be eligible for private or public financing programs and to be certified as a M/WBE through the city:

LIC Business Improvement District (BID)

If your retail business falls within the boundaries of the LIC BID (see below map), we service your block with supplemental street cleaning, horticulture services, holiday lighting, one on one retail support and much more. Register for free BID Membership to make your voice heard, be eligible to vote at our Annual Meeting, and participate in our community-based initiatives and other special BID-specific programming. Read the latest BID Annual Report to learn more.

Contact Angel Hart, Director of BID Operations, for more information at ahart@licpartnership.org.

PROSPECTIVE RETAILERS

Long Island City is a great place to open your new retail business, expand to a second or third location, or try out an innovative pop-up concept. With a growing residential and working population and existing retail corridors with resources for small businesses, come join our unique mix. Learn more about why LIC is the place to be and review neighborhood statistics and data here.

Join Us

Interested in commercial space? Contact Osagie Afe at oafe@licpartnership.org for more information. You can also view our neighborhood Development Map. For more details on direct Business and Marketing Assistance and available incentive programs, visit our Current Retailers section.

PROPERTY OWNERS & BROKERS

If you own or market property in the area, you already know that LIC is a dynamic, fast-growing neighborhood, with opportunities for both established and new retail projects. LIC offers something for every pallette and at every budget.

LICP tracks economic data for the neighborhood and produces reports & data highlighting area demographics and mixed-use development. Explore additional information, including a downloadable version of our Development Map, by becoming an LICP Member.

Why LIC?

Get stats and downloadable information here on three key factors to share with potential tenants. For even more retailer resources check out the Current and Potential Retailers sections and find out if your property is in the LIC Business Improvement District (BID).

Explore our interactive Development Map below. If you see projects to be updated or added, please email cyu@licpartnership.orgDevelopment Map totals are based on available information and may not reflect all activity. 

Questions? Get in touch at info@licpartnership.org