Brewing is your passion, so share it with the world. Includes information on finding the right location, applying for the required alcohol permits, and serving light snacks.

Whether you dream of opening a pizzeria, salad bar, or dumpling house, get the key ingredients to launching a food service establishment with a full kitchen.

Looking to rent out your home or spare bedroom occasionally? Find out how to stay compliant with the rules and regulations.

Learn what’s on tap to create the best new bar in town. Includes information on serving alcoholic drinks and offering entertainment like live music, dancing, or billiards (pool).

Get the buzz on successfully opening a catering business. Includes commissary guidelines and off-premise private or public functions.

Shift your foodie fantasies into gear by launching a 5-star food truck or cart (also called Mobile Food Facility). Includes private property and public-rights of way. Park locations are no longer available.

Take stock on how to open that must-visit shop around the corner. Includes brick and mortar businesses as well as online stores. Not applicable to businesses that sell food.

Nail down the details on building a renovation or home construction business. Includes general requirements for contractors. Not applicable to specialized jobs with specific requirements.

Get the head-to-toe treatment on opening a barbershop, beauty salon, nail salon or beauty spa. Not applicable to massage establishments or businesses that operate hot or dry spas or bathing pools.

Learn what it takes to launch a thriving freelance business and be your own boss. Not applicable to consultants with storefront offices.

Sweep into the housekeeping or janitorial services industry with this fresh starter kit.

Wield your artistic talents into a creative business selling your hand-made wares on designated SF streets. The Art Vendor program certifies artist and craftspeople to sell their hand-made goods and ensures equitable access to program spaces. Not applicable to public performance, food, cosmetics, or murals.

Take your products from the kitchen counter to the supermarket shelf. Includes kitchen requirements, cottage food, and labeling.

You've always thrown the best parties. Now turn that talent into a successful business planning weddings, birthdays, or corporate events.

Need extra money, a flexible work schedule, or supplemental income?  The gig economy may be for you. Every gig, whether you use an online platform or not, is different.

A comprehensive guide to starting your nonprofit - learn how to choose a location, prepare your space, set up and register with the City, and more.