Office of Small Business

Updated June, 2013  

• Mayor Lee Announces New Loans to Boost Small Businesses
Mayor Edwin M. Lee recently announced the launch of the Emerging Business Loan Fund (EBLF), which will make $12 million in affordable loans available to support small business, boost the local economy and create jobs. Click here for details.

• VIDEO: Learn How the Affordable Care Act Can Benefit Your Small Business
This workshop helps you navigate the upcoming changes to our health care laws and ways you can benefit from these changes. Click here to watch the video. 

• License 123 - Find Out Which Permits and Licenses Your Business Needs
Click here to use License 123.

License 123
Start Your Business
Finance Your Business
Hiring Employees
Tax Credits & Incentives
Business Tax Reform
Sell to the Government
Local Business Enterprise (LBE) Certification
Green Your Business
Technical Assistance
Resources & Workshops
Change Your Structure
Closing a Business
Sell My Business
New Gross Receipts Tax & Business Registration Fees (Effective 2014)
Internship Program

"How to Start a Business in San Francisco" Booklet: [English PDF]  [Chinese PDF]  [Spanish PDF]

Small Business Assistance Center Regular Hours:
Services are available by phone, walk-in, and by appointment, M-F, 8am-5pm. 

Small Business Bulletin: 
Click here for the latest small business news and events.

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Commissioners
Commission Meetings- Public Notices
Legislation Impacting Small Business
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Be Prepared When Disaster Strikes
Whether it's a fire or the devastating effects a natural disaster like Hurricane Sandy, small business owners need to be prepared for all types of business interruption. Click here for more information.

America's Cup Business Connect & Engagement 
AC Business Connect is an online portal that will highlight local businesses and their offerings for those seeking services. AC Business Connect will also serve as the one-stop shop for the America's Cup Event Authority to announce business and contracting opportunities. Click here for more details.

Video: "How to Start a Mobile Food Venture" This workshop provides the nuts and bolts of how to start a mobile food business in San Francisco. Industry experts and City agencies discuss government regulations, permits and licenses, food preparation, things to consider when purchasing a pushcart or truck, and the cost of starting a mobile food business. 

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