Small business storefronts

Services

Grants

Apply for free design services for your small business storefront

Get free design services to help with storefront improvements.

Apply for a small business grant to help you understand and plan for accessibility improvements

This grant will pay for an inspection of your storefront from a Certified Access Specialist or licensed architect and help small businesses required by landlords to comply with the San Francisco Accessible Business Entrance program.

Get a grant for vandalism-related costs for your small business storefront.

This grant provides up to $2,000 for vandalism-related costs. Examples of damages include broken windows, broken doors, broken locks, etching on windows, graffiti, and more.

Get help for your business after a fire or other disaster

Learn what resources are available to businesses and employees after a disaster, including grants up to $10,000.

Permits

Get your small business permits with a 30-day review

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

Decide if a Shared Spaces permit works for your space

Learn about the options and responsibilities of Shared Spaces permits.

More services

Apply for a construction grant for your small business storefront

Get grant funds for your storefront improvement construction project through the SF Shines program.

Apply for a grant to make your business accessible

Small business owners can get reimbursed for accessibility inspections or for making your business more accessible.

Apply for a small business grant after you complete a training

This grant is for small businesses that have attended an approved training by a partner organization. It will pay for startup and operating costs like inventory, hiring, equipment, rent, and utilities.