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Use private property for your business
Temporary Shared Spaces permits to use outdoor space on private property have expired.
What to know
Temporary Permits Have Expired
Shared Spaces permits for private property are no longer valid. Operators need additional approvals from outside of the Shared Spaces program for continued use of these outdoor spaces.
Next Steps
If you want to continue using an outdoor space on private property for your business, please follow these steps to get your small business permits with a 30-day review.
What to do
As of April 1, 2023, Shared Spaces permits for private property are no longer be valid. Operators need approvals from outside of the Shared Spaces program for continued use of these outdoor spaces.
Please follow this step-by-step process to identify the forms that you need to submit for permanent authorization of your "Outdoor Activity Area." After you submit this online form, the Planning Department will email you the forms that you need to submit for your proposed use of the space. If you need help filling out this form, the Office of Small Business may be able to provide direct assistance.
Get help
Shared Spaces
sharedspaces@sfgov.orgOffice of Small Business
sfosb@sfgov.orgPlanning Information Counter
pic@sfgov.orgWhat to know
Temporary Permits Have Expired
Shared Spaces permits for private property are no longer valid. Operators need additional approvals from outside of the Shared Spaces program for continued use of these outdoor spaces.
Next Steps
If you want to continue using an outdoor space on private property for your business, please follow these steps to get your small business permits with a 30-day review.
What to do
As of April 1, 2023, Shared Spaces permits for private property are no longer be valid. Operators need approvals from outside of the Shared Spaces program for continued use of these outdoor spaces.
Please follow this step-by-step process to identify the forms that you need to submit for permanent authorization of your "Outdoor Activity Area." After you submit this online form, the Planning Department will email you the forms that you need to submit for your proposed use of the space. If you need help filling out this form, the Office of Small Business may be able to provide direct assistance.
Get help
Shared Spaces
sharedspaces@sfgov.orgOffice of Small Business
sfosb@sfgov.orgPlanning Information Counter
pic@sfgov.org