The building is completely ADA accessible. There are no steps to the front doors, and elevators are available inside.

Accessibility

Car Parking
<ul>
<li>1455 Market Garage, Enter on 43 11th St. <a href="https://www.parkme.com/lot/28918/1455-market-street-garage-san-francisco-ca">See more info.</a></li>
<li>1550 Mission, Enter at 90 11th St. Call 415-638-6119.</li>
<li>1650 Mission St, Lot #87. <a href="https://lots.impark.com/imp#details=27,87">See more info.</a></li>
</ul>
Bike Racks
U racks are located on the sidewalk in front of or next to the building on:
<ul>
<li>South Van Ness Avenue</li>
<li>Mission Street</li>
<li>11th Street</li>
</ul>

Car and Bicycle Parking

Please note the following updates to our Health and Safety plan as of 02/14/2022:
The San Francisco Department of Public Health's safety plan states that all city employees and members of the public are not required to wear a mask, but is recommended while in the building at 49 South Van Ness, regardless of their vaccination status. We are no longer requiring social distancing or limiting occupancy at the San Francisco Permit Center. 
Please do not visit if you have:
<ul>
<li>Any COVID symptoms, including: Fever, Dry cough, Sore throat, Diarrhea, Headache, Loss of taste or smell, Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, Chest pain or pressure, Loss of speech or movement. </li>
<li>Tested positive for the virus in the past 10 days</li>
<li>Been in close contact with someone who has tested positive in the past 10 to 14 days</li>
</ul>

Coronavirus (COVID-19)​ Safety Protocols

In order to better serve our customers, the Permit Center has an established <a href="https://sf.gov/sites/default/files/2021-10/PC%20Customer%20Code%20of%20Conduct_10.26.pdf">Code of Conduct</a> for both staff and visitors. This <a href="https://sf.gov/sites/default/files/2021-10/PC%20Customer%20Code%20of%20Conduct_10.26.pdf">Code of Conduct</a> provides ground rules for how customers and Permit Center staff can best work together.

Permit Center Code of Conduct

The Permit Center uses a virtual queueing system called QLess so that customers no longer have to wait in a physical line.
<a href="https://sf.gov/information/qless-guide">Learn about Qless here.</a>

QLess Guide for Customers

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City Administrator

DBI approves plans and issues permits for all construction in the City. We make sure buildings are safe and comply with building and housing codes.

Department of Building Inspection

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Fire Department

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Department of Public Health

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Under the direction of the Planning Commission, we work to help guide the growth and development of our City.

SF Planning

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Office of Small Business

San Francisco Permit CenterWe offer in-person Over-the-Counter (OTC) permits and services for <a href="/node/1882">construction</a>, <a href="/node/2651">business</a>, and <a href="/node/2650">special events.</a><a href="/node/1882">See our list of available in-person permits and services</a>Check current Permit Center wait times before you come in. Expect longer wait times during the middle of the day. Arrive in the mornings for shorter wait times at the Permit Center. In-House permits; larger and more complicated projects are submitted directly to the Department of Building Inspections. <a href="/node/1271">See instructions on how to submit In-House projects</a>

Permit Center

We are open for in-person Over the Counter permits and services.

The entrance of the Permit Center, with the City seal engraved on 2 stories of the glass facade.

Exterior of the Permit Center at 49 South Van Ness

Send in your order online and pick up at the Permit Center. You can also print plans and signs.

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