TOPIC
Health permits and regulations
Permits issued by the Environmental Health Branch (EHB) authorized by the San Francisco Health Code.
Food safety
We make sure food in San Francisco is safe for the public and provide food safety education, inspection, permitting, and other measures.
Business health requirements
Get the health permits and information you need for your business.
Healthy housing conditions
We help keep San Francisco housing healthy by protecting residents from vermin and lead poisoning.
Solid waste
We manage solid waste, trash issues, and garbage collection permits to keep San Francisco safe and healthy.
Hazardous materials and waste
We are certified with the state to regulate and inspect businesses and make sure hazardous materials and hazardous waste are managed safely.
Environmental cleanup
We regulate environmental cleanup efforts to keep San Francisco safe and healthy.
Air and water quality
We handle air quality issues like smoking and permits for water sources, pools, wells to keep San Francisco healthy.
Services
Food permits
Massage permits
Body art permits
Apply for a permit to operate a body art establishment
Get a permit to own or operate a location offering tattoo, body piercing, or permanent cosmetics.
Apply for a temporary permit to host a body art event
Get a temporary permit to host a tattoo, body piercing, and permanent cosmetics fair or festival.
Resources
San Francisco Health Code