Part of Step by step: Get your small business permits with a 30-day review

Check what kinds of businesses qualify for 30-day review

A 30-day review is available for some businesses depending on the kind of business and type of changes to their physical space.

What to do

Check these limitations to see if your business qualifies for 30-day review under Prop H.
 

Kinds of businesses

Some types of business are not eligible for a 30-day review under Prop H. These include but are not limited to:

  • Massage uses
  • Cannabis uses
  • Wireless Telecommunication Uses
  • Adult Businesses

Chain stores

Stores with 11 or more worldwide locations do not qualify for 30-day review.

Physical changes

These projects are not eligible for 30-day review under Prop H:

  • Projects that expand the footprint of the building
  • Projects that expand the interior square footage of the business
  • New buildings
  • Projects that include excavation

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Get your small business permits with a 30-day review

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

Register a new business

If you engage in business in San Francisco, you must register, renew your registration annually, and show your Registration Certificate in your place of business.

Last updated September 7, 2021

Department

Office of the Mayor