Something to Look Forward to in May--It's the Month for Waived Permit Fees!
- Replacement awnings,
- Signs on awning replacements and
- Pedestrian level lightning
This special waiver is for the City’s small business owners during the Small Business and Building Safety Month every May.
But wait....that is not all!
Permit fees are also waived by the Fire Department and Public Works in addition to DBI and Planning permit review fees.
Qualifications for Waiver
If you are a small business, find out if you qualify for this opportunity. A small business is defined as a business with 100 or fewer employees. Permits participating in this waiver program are required to go through the standard review process with the DBI and related city agencies.
All interested small business owners interested in taking advantage of this
Awning Replacement Fee Waiver program
will need to apply to both DBI and the Planning department, as shown in the table, below.
Visit or contact DBI and Planning today to apply for your permit!
Department of Building Inspection
1660 Mission Street
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Planning Department
1650 Mission Street, Suite 400
Fire Department
1660 Mission Street
415-558-6177
Public Works - Bureau of Street Use & Mapping
1660 Mission Street
415-558-6060
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New! A Permit Roadmap + Resource Guide for Outdoor Events
- Navigate the permitting agencies, rules, and application processes
- Learn event planning tips and best practices
- Identify potential permitting costs with the Permit Fee Estimator
- Achieve successful outcomes by encouraging safer, legally compliant, and higher quality outdoor events
Produced by the San Francisco Entertainment Commission, the Guide was developed with over 20 government agencies and will be updated in January and July of each year.
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Questions or need assistance?
Contact Dylan Rice, SF Entertainment Commission,
Dylan.Rice@sfgov.org
, 415-554-0804 desk, 415-554-5706 main.
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SoMa West Established as Community Benefit District
The
Invest In Neighborhoods
team within the
Office of Economic and Workforce Development
worked with SoMa West and, as a result, legislation recently passed which establishes the area as a
Community Benefit District
(CBD). It is now the largest of the 17 CBDs citywide, and will help ensure a
welcoming
, clean, and economically vibrant local community. The SoMa West CBD was formed after a majority vote was cast by property owners in the area. It will raise approximately $3.74 million per year in special assessments from those properties to carry out its management plan over the next 15 years. The boundaries of the District include approximately 2,765 parcels located on approximately 100 blocks.
Read more…
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Food Trucks now Offering Tasty Options on Market Street
La Cocina
Food Trucks are operating on Market Street at 1028 Market, the former location of The Hall, thanks to funding from
Zendesk
and facilitation by the
Office of Economic and Workforce Development
.
The trucks will be out on Market Street Wednesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. through summer 2019 and vendors include local Tenderloin chefs. Zendesk is funding the costs for having the trucks on-site and Zendesk also hired Urban Alchemy (formerly Hunters Point Family) as public space stewards to staff the location and ensure a welcoming, inclusive environment around the trucks during the hours of operation. Tables and chairs will be available for patrons thanks to the
Tenderloin Community Benefit District
. All in all, this is an amazing neighborhood team-effort!
Read more…
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Lest We Forget
Coming to Civic Center Plaza in April
The
Civic Center Commons
initiative is excited to welcome a new public art installation to Civic Center this spring. Titled
Lest We Forget
, this installation features 68 large-scale portraits of Holocaust survivors, including both local survivors, and those from across the United States, Germany, Israel, Russia and Ukraine. Designed by German-Italian artist Luigi Toscano, the exhibit provides a human angle to Holocaust remembrance and inspires us to fight hatred today. Presented by the Goethe-Institute San Francisco and the German Consulate in partnership with the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department and Arts Commission, the exhibit will be on view in Civic Center Plaza starting April 17th for approximately one month. Receive more information on exciting, upcoming events by signing up for the
Civic Center Commons newsletter
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San Francisco Businesses Added to the Legacy Registry
Many more businesses have been unanimously approved by the San Francisco Small Business Commission for the Legacy Business Registry. The Registry recognizes longstanding, community-serving businesses as valuable cultural assets to the city. There are currently 172 small businesses on the Legacy Business Registry.
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Highlights from San Francisco SBDC
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Client Story—Henry’s House of Coffee
Henry’s House of Coffee wanted to tap a city grant from
SF Shines (through IIN) for its signage improvement project, but had no expertise and time to put together a grant application.
Working with SBDC advisor Jim Nguyen, the business submitted a competitive grant application and was awarded an $11,000 grant to cover the cost of new storefront signage. Thanks to support from San Francisco’s SBDC, Henry’s House of Coffee experienced an overall increase of 16% in sales in 2018.
Read more…
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Doing Business with SFO
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is an exciting and interesting place with various business opportunities, from construction and facility maintenance, to retail concessions and advertising. Check out those opportunities
here.
Need assistance in understanding and participating in the competitive bid process? Contact
SBDC for free consultation.
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San Francisco Declares it is Open to All
The
City of San Francisco
issued an official proclamation declaring it is
Open to All
. This initiative encourages businesses and residents to oppose discrimination and declare that they are Open to All regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion or disability. Open to All is a nationwide campaign to build understanding and discussion about the importance of our nation’s nondiscrimination laws—and the bedrock principle that when businesses open their doors to the public, they should be Open to All. It is supported by a coalition of more than 200 nonprofit organizations committed to civil rights, racial justice, LGBT equality, health and healthcare, disability rights, and much more. To date, dozens of lawmakers from around the country have signed on in support of Open to All and support continues to grow.
Read more…
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Take Advantage of City Hall’s Office Hours in Bayview-Hunters Point
Location: Joe Lee Rec Center, 1520-1598 Oakdale Avenue
When: Thursdays on the following dates:
March 21, 11:30AM - 1:30PM
March 28, 11:00AM - 1:30PM
To get more updates for this neighborhood, sign up to receive the
EDoT newsletter
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MOHCD Announces Funding Opportunities
The Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD) is pleased to announce the release of three
Notices of Funding Availability (NOFAs) for multiple FY 2019-20 funding opportunities.
In most cases, the funding under these notices is available starting July 1, 2019.
Review the NOFAs to learn more about the funding opportunities:
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Participate in the City's Planning Survey
The purposes of the survey are to help us better understand affordable housing and community service needs, to inform multiple strategic plans, and to guide funding priorities.
We look forward to receiving your thoughts!
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Save the Date for Small Business Week!
Mark your calendar for
San Francisco Small Business Week happening May 6 through 11. A series of events is organized to celebrate the contributions of San Francisco small businesses, connect 4,000+ members of the small business community, and provide learning sessions on best practices and innovative technology. Plan to participate in this free, annual event to honor the contributions small businesses make to San Francisco's prosperity.
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pleased to promote the following events. Many activities are free and all events are open to the public.
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Lest We Forget
Coming to Civic Center Plaza in April
The
Civic Center Commons
initiative is excited to welcome a new public art installation to Civic Center this spring. Titled
Lest We Forget
, this installation features 68 large-scale portraits of Holocaust survivors, including both local survivors, and those from across the United States, Germany, Israel, Russia and Ukraine. Designed by German-Italian artist Luigi Toscano, the exhibit provides a human angle to Holocaust remembrance and inspires us to fight hatred today. Presented by the Goethe-Institute San Francisco and the German Consulate in partnership with the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department and Arts Commission, the exhibit will be on view in Civic Center Plaza starting April 17th for approximately one month. Receive more information on exciting, upcoming events by signing up for the
Civic Center Commons newsletter
.
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Civic Center Commons Art Installation
“Knitting the Commons” – Yarn Tree Wrapping
FREE
On display every day
The "Civic Center Commons" is the collective name for UN Plaza, Civic Center Plaza, and Fulton Street between the Asian Art Museum and the San Francisco Main Public Library. The City partnered with
Knits for Life
to install "Knitting the Commons" which ties these spaces together through art. Visit
Knitting the Commons
for more details.
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Come to UN Plaza every Thursday afternoon to
Maintain your fitness goals and join in on the
Alonzo King LINES Ballet Dance Center
dance fitness classes
every Thursday at 12:30pm
for a twelve week run, weather permitting. Accessible to all skill levels, these classes invite you to get moving to fun beats with talented instructors in UN Plaza. Additionally, once a month, after the dance fitness class, sit back and watch a dynamic pop-up dance performance from Alonzo King LINES Ballet Training Program students.
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Downtown Streets Team’s
Tuk Tuk is back with free games from their lending cart, soon to be accompanied by Giant Chess from San Francisco Recreation and Parks.
Get tasty food from
Annie’s Hot Dog Cart
,
Bi-Rite Cafe
,
Off the Grid
food trucks and challenge your colleagues to a game of connect four, test your accuracy at the dart set, and flex your mental muscle playing chess during the lunch hour! Weather permitting, the Tuk Tuk will be in Civic Center Plaza during lunch time every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and on Thursday afternoons from 1pm-5pm.
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Harvest greens to take home from our living mural wall and discover how gardening and art-making can be the means of growing a compassion-based culture.
The Giving Wall
, a living plant-based mural by Village Artists-In-Residence FAABI Life Art Group, is the central inspiration for all
Village Artist Corner
activations in the spring. On first Sundays through May 31, stop by the corner to decorate a canvas bag and use it to harvest some of the plants from the mural to take home. Along with the artists, leaders from local community gardens will demonstrate the seeding, harvesting and gathering of greens so that the community can easily replicate the process wherever they wish. Reseeding of the mural will occur each first Sunday; in-between seeding and sprouting, there will be a sketched mural on plexiglass that everyone will be invited to color while it’s up. FAABI Life Art Group’s aim is to show the how simple gardening and art-making can be the means of growing a compassion-based culture. Other surprise multisensory experiences will take place each first Sunday alongside the mural and food preparation.
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Brought to you in partnership with
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Bayview Restaurant Series: Las Isletas
Celebrate Women's History Month and support your local female owned business by enjoying a complementary meal at Las Isletas during our Bayview Restaurant Series event.
It's FREE
!
Tuesday, March 26, 2019 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Las Isletas Restaurant
4508 3rd Street
San Francisco, CA 94124
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Black Cat Supper Club Hosts jazzUNLEASHED
March 18-21
Black Cat is hosting the first live jazz recording series in the Tenderloin since 1961. Three-time Grammy winning, global trumpet sensation Keyon Harrold will reissue his acclaimed “The Mugician” album in live recording sessions at Black Cat from March 18-21. These live recording sessions are called jazzUNLEASHED! Live Series. Black Cat is also announcing the launch of their non-profit, an initiative that will enable Black Cat to host residencies for local up-and-coming jazz musicians and bring music programming to parks and other public spaces in the Tenderloin neighborhood. OEWD provided financial and logistical support to help the Black Cat open in 2016.
Tickets
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Mark Your Calendars - Tenderloin Sunday Streets on April 14th!
FREE
Sunday Streets SF has announced
two dates in the Tenderloin for 2019
!
This fun, free event has an extensive route that dips into the Civic Center area on Larkin Street at McAllister, and on Fulton Street between the Asian Art Museum and San Francisco Public Library Main Branch. Join us and enjoy car-free streets and activities for all ages on Sunday, April 14th from 11am to 4pm.
Be sure to visit Activity Hubs on Ellis, Turk and Jones, Golden Gate and Civic Center. Grab an Explore Local Guide to learn more about unique Tenderloin business and attractions. And new to 2019, Sunday Streets is presenting Thai New Year, in partnership with Lers Ros and Turtle Tower, from Eddy to O’Farrell in Little Saigon on April 14th with a South East Asian Food Fair.
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Announcing the 7th Annual Bayview Mercantile at All Good Pizza April 28, 2019!
This community-centric market combines over 50 local vendors for a day of fun in the sun!
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Public Glass Signature Events:
HOT GLASS COLD BEER
Join us on select Saturdays from 6-10 PM for Hot Glass Cold Beer, our favorite long-running event that combines glass demonstrations, live music, craft beer and great local food. Buy your ticket at the door or online, but whatever you do don't miss a single
HGCB
!
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Mission Community Market
Every Thursday, 4 – 8 p.m.
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Visit these Event Sites:
Regular Weekly Events
Mondays at Krazy for Karaoke
9:00 pm – 2:00 am
Karaoke every Monday night with hosts Omar Rockriguez and Josh Yule.
Tuesdays, Live Music at Cha Cha Cha
2327 Mission Street
8 p.m. to 10 p.m.- FREE
Dance class 7 p.m. to 7:50 p.m. - $10 fee
Visit the
Facebook page for more information
Wednesdays, Cine Con Cultura at MCCLA
2868 Mission Street
7:00 p.m.
Admission: $7
Saturdays and Sundays, Mural Tours
Ongoing on Saturdays & Sundays at 1:30 p.m.
Sundays, Live Salsa
2nd and 4th Sundays
3:15 p.m. - FREE Dance Class
4 p.m. to 8 p.m. - Live Band.
Admission: $8 before 4 p.m., $10 After
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SF First Thursday Art Walk
Every month on the first Thursday, 6-10 p.m.
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Grants, Technical Assistance, and Other Opportunities & Resources
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SBDC FREE Trainings & Workshops
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Now Seeking Applicants for our Artistic Legacy Grant
Do you know a San Francisco-based arts organization with an artistic director who has served for 25 years or more? Encourage them to apply to the Artistic Legacy Grant (ALG), which annually awards $40,000 to acknowledge the vision of an artistic director as a vital member of the community(ies) they serve.
Applications are due Friday, March 22, 2019, at 12 noon PST.
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Community Organization Representation Project
The Justice & Diversity Center’s Community Organization Representation Project (CORP) and Cooley LLP will be presenting a
free
webinar for Northern California nonprofits on Data Privacy and Security! Please see below for details and how to register for this exciting presentation which will cover topics including:
- Overview of privacy regulatory environment
- Basic privacy tenets for nonprofits
- HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) overview
- COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) overview
- CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) overview
- Overview of CooleyGo and other free online resources
Event Details
- Date & Time: Wednesday, April 3, 2019 – 10:00am-11:00am (Pacific)
- Presenter: Alex Murchison, Cooley LLP
How to Register:
- Email CORP paralegal Wint Huskey (whuskey@sfbar.org) to request a registration link or if you have any questions about the webinar.
Sponsored by:
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Mission Asset Fund Summit: Transcend, Evolve, Take Flight
April 4-5, 2019
This multi-disciplinary national conference unites the asset-building, tech, philanthropy, and immigration advocacy fields. A two-day event, with 50+ speakers and 300+ attendees from across the U.S., will bring innovators together to uplift community-based solutions addressing some of the most pressing issues facing America today.
Why “Transcend, Evolve, and Take Flight”? Because we are living in a state of emergency in America. The very foundations of our society, the norms, and stories that bind us together are under attack. But there is hope. As advocates and social change warriors, we have work to do. We need a space to co-create and uplift solutions that work for low-income and immigrant communities. Register
here
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Free and Low Cost Classes and Trainings
Women’s Business Center
Renaissance’s Women’s Business Center, a partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), provides business training, access to capital and markets and support strategies that are essential to the successful growth of emerging and established women entrepreneurs in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Click
here to find out about free online Government Contracting courses that are available through the SBA website.
For more information, contact Fatimah Aure, Women’s Business Center Director at (415) 348-6217 or
faure@rencenter.org.
Free Individual Consulting Services for San Francisco Established Women Business Owners
This program offers customized one-on-one consulting to:
- Develop growth strategies
- Create action plans
- Access small business loans and capital
- Further social media and marketing
- Improve operations
- Other
Plus enjoy monthly networking events to connect with other women entrepreneurs.
Small Business Loans
When banks say NO, our Financing Resource Center partners say
YES
!
To learn more schedule a free consultation with our expert finance consultant
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Looking for a New Job? OEWD Business Services has Resources for You
Sign up to receive e-mail information on job postings and upcoming hiring events by visiting
http://oewd.org/email and select the “Workforce: Business Services” option. For more information, contact OEWD Business Services at (415) 701-4848 or
business.services@sfgov.org.
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Questions? Want to share your hiring event or job opening?
Learn about no-cost services offered to Employers:
Visit
oewd.org/email
and select Hiring Events and Job Opportunities (Business Services).
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Workshops from the City’s Contracts Monitoring Division (CMD)
Do you want to sell your products or services to the City? The
Contract Monitoring Division
(CMD) advances the San Francisco values of social and economic justice. The
Local Business Enterprise Certification
program (LBE) offers benefits to certified businesses in procurement and bidding. Get Certified! Visit the sfgov.org/cmd to get started.
Want to know more? Call 415-581-2310 or attend a free workshop “Certify your LBE business: Learn what it takes.” Workshops are held the first Wednesday of the month at 30 Van Ness, Suite 200, 10 am.
Click here
to RSVP and for additional information.
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The
San Francisco SBDC
mission is to provide business owners and managers with information, training, and specialized one-on-one consulting. We are here to help you succeed, and, through your success, help stimulate our local and regional economy.
Sign up for our newsletter
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A coordinated city response team to address quality of life concerns in San Francisco Neighborhoods. Follow the program on twitter
@FixItTeamSF.
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