Economic Development Incentives
Economic Development Incentives, Grants and City Agencies
San Francisco First Year Free
The program waives the cost of initial registration fees, initial license fees, first-year permit, and other applicable fees for qualifying businesses. There is no extra paperwork to apply – enrollment is automatic when you register as a new business or new location with the City.
City-Provided Grants: Storefronts, Communities, More
Current City-run grant options for small businesses; rolling deadlines. Grants and loans include SF Shines, SF Vibrancy, Vacant to Vibrant, Fire and Vandalism Relief, Accessible Barrier Removal and more.
Office of Economic Workforce & Development
The Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) supports San Francisco’s ongoing economic vitality through various means of support, including grants. See their Business Resource Guide here.
SF Office of Small Business
The City’s central point of information for small businesses.
SF Permit Center
The center offers in-person over-the-counter permits and services for businesses, construction and special events.