Build-out and occupancy permits in San Francisco
Plan review, building and occupancy approvals for the space.
Food facility plan check
San Francisco Department of Public HealthSan Francisco
Filed with the building permit at the Permit Center, with health as a review station: the application, plans and the review fee.
- Fee
- $2,207
- Filed
- Filed in person
- Takes
- DPH doesn't publish a plan review time, but asks you to contact your plan reviewer at least 2 weeks ahead to book the pre-final and final site inspections.
Building permit for a tenant improvement
San Francisco Department of Building InspectionSan Francisco
Submit plans and the application at the Permit Center, which routes it to Planning, Fire and Health.
- Fee
- Varies
- Filed
- Filed in person
- Takes
- Eligible small businesses opening a new business can get a 30-day review once the application is complete.
Fire Department place of assembly permit
San Francisco Fire DepartmentSan Francisco
For dining rooms above the assembly occupant load: file with the Fire Prevention permits section, which inspects before issuing.
- Fee
- $446
- Filed
- Paper form, mailed
- Takes
- Fire permit applications must be submitted at least 5 working days before the activity or operation starts.
Guides for each business in San Francisco
Agency requirements change. Check each agency's page before you file.
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