Close an underground storage tank

To get a permit to close your underground storage tank, contact us. We'll work with you on what you need to include in your permit application.

Write a check, cashier’s check, or money order to “San Francisco Department of Public Health”. Check the fee schedule for the exact amount. Mail the fee to:

Please note the current fee for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 beginning July 1, 2024:

• UST Closure/Removal: $1,390

To close your underground tank or system, you'll need approval from other agencies.

We will let you who to contact at the start of the process. You'll be guided through steps with those agencies to get their related permits.

Contact the following agencies to find out whether you need other permits to close your tank or system.

• San Francisco Fire Department
  • 415-558-3300
  • Fire department permits
• Department of Public Works
  • 415-554-5810
  • Street-use and mapping
• Bay Area Air Quality Management District
  • 415-771-6000
  • Underground tank permits
• Department of Building Inspection
  • 415-558-6088
  • Building permit services
• San Francisco Planning
  • 415-558-6377
  • SF Planning

Once you meet all the permit requirements for closing your tank or system, you'll coordinate inspections with each City agency.

We'll set you up with a district inspector from the health department.