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Small business storefronts

View services and resources for small businesses with storefronts that serve the public.

Services

Grants

Apply for free design services for your small business storefront

Get free design services to help with storefront improvements.

Apply for a small business grant to help you understand and plan for accessibility improvements

This grant will pay for an inspection of your storefront from a Certified Access Specialist or licensed architect and help small businesses required by landlords to comply with the San Francisco Accessible Business Entrance program.

Get a grant for vandalism-related costs for your small business storefront.

This grant provides up to $2,000 for vandalism-related costs. Examples of damages include broken windows, broken doors, broken locks, etching on windows, graffiti, and more. Businesses can receive the grant up to three times in one year.

Get help for your business after a fire

Learn what resources are available to businesses after a major fire, including a Fire Disaster Relief grant of up to $10,000.

Apply for a Legacy Business Grant

If you run a Legacy Business, you can get up to $50,000 to help your business stay in San Francisco.

Permits

Get your small business permits with a 30-day review

Open a new business or change your business operations under Prop H.

Decide if a Shared Spaces permit works for your space

Learn about the options and responsibilities of Shared Spaces permits.

Resources

Office of Small Business

San Francisco's central point of information for small businesses.

Get help paying for your Shared Space improvements

Apply for a Shared Spaces equity grant. Use grant funds for technical assistance or materials.

Find a grant for your small business

Learn about current City-run grant options for your business.

Partner agencies

Office of Economic and Workforce Development

Office of Small Business