LOCATION
Small business permitting help
Visit or contact us if you need help with permits for your small business.

2nd floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
Staff from the Office of Small Business are available at the Permit Center. They can help you with permits needed for your small business in San Francisco.
When you're here, we'll ask you about your plans, and get you going on your permitting journey.
Many agencies are here, including the Planning Department, Department of Building Inspection, the Health Department, Fire Department, Entertainment Commission, and Recreation and Parks. This makes it easier and faster to have your questions answered.
Language translation services are available throughout the building, including Spanish, Filipino, and Chinese.
Getting here
Please visit the Help Desk on the second floor of the Permit Center. Drop in or schedule an appointment.
Parking
Car Parking
- 1455 Market Garage, Enter on 43 11th St. See more info.
- 1550 Mission, Enter at 90 11th St. Call 415-638-6119.
- 1650 Mission St., Lot #87. See more info.
- Civic Center Garage, 355 McAllister St. See more info.
- Performing Arts Garage, 360 Grove St. See more info.
Bike Racks
U racks are located on the sidewalk in front of or next to the building on:
- South Van Ness Avenue
- Mission Street
- 11th Street
Accessibility
The building is completely ADA accessible. There are no steps to the front doors, and elevators are available inside.
Public transportation
Visit the SFMTA trip planner
Services
About
The Office of Small Business is San Francisco's central point of information for small businesses.Partner agencies
Contact us
Address
2nd floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
Phone
Office of Small Business
sfosb@sfgov.org