See more: Business Coronavirus (COVID-19) Reopening Business during the coronavirus pandemic What you need to reopen your business safely. Get loans, grants, and other help for your business. Services Running your business Operate your business during the pandemic recovery See best practices and public health guidance to keep your patrons and staff safe. Vaccine required As of August 20, you must show proof of vaccination to go into bars, restaurants, clubs, and gyms. Maximize ventilation at your business to prevent COVID-19 Your business should set up as much airflow as possible to be open to the public. Outdoor businesses Use street space for business Apply to open a street to business operations, like seating, dining, or retail, and close the street to traffic. Use private property for your business A free, temporary Shared Spaces permit for your business to use outdoor space on private property like rear yards, vacant lots, parking lots, and patios. Help and reimbursement Get help paying for your storefront’s COVID-19 safety measures SF Shines for Reopening is closed and is no longer accepting applications. Get City help if your business is affected by the pandemic Loans, grants, and other financial help. Check if your business qualifies for the eviction moratorium Small businesses affected by COVID-19 can keep their locations, if they missed a rent payment. More information Business guidance if a staff member tests positive for COVID-19 How to keep the rest of your staff and the public safe and healthy. News SF prepares to reopen businesses and activities, in nearly full alignment with the State's Beyond The Blueprint framework June 14, 2021 Starting June 15, SF to fully reopen businesses and activities, aligning with the State's reopening plans June 9, 2021 SF allows more flexibility for open activities within the Yellow Tier May 20, 2021 See more news Resources Guidance for funeral homes and families Information about safe funeral preparations and getting samples for COVID-19 testing. Related departments Office of Economic & Workforce Development OEWD advances equitable and shared prosperity for all San Franciscans. We develop sustainable jobs and support businesses of all sizes. Office of the Mayor Mayor London Breed is the 45th Mayor of San Francisco and the first African-American woman elected. Department of Public Health We protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans.
