Do you have a small law office, salon, tutoring center, or a similar personal or professional service business?
The first place to start is finding a location in the appropriate zoning district. One of San Ramon’s many retail centers might have a location perfect for your business. The retail center map includes contact information for the management companies.
You can view the zoning map and learn more about zoning here. The Planning Services Division maintains a map that shows zoning for every parcel in the City and can be contacted at (925) 973-2560.
In addition, every new business in the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District service area must contact the district to have their plans reviewed prior to service, and in most cases, prior to submitting for building permits. Some parcels are actually located in the Dublin San Ramon Services District area.. New businesses in those parcels will need to contact the District for plan review.
An appropriate location is needed to apply for a Business License.
Your business might require permits and site inspections by the Fire Department and/or Planning Services Division and Building & Safety Services Division as part of your application approval, depending on your business and/or if you are making improvements to a building.
Contact the Permit Center for assistance. Permit fees may vary depending on the size and location of the project.
Permits
The City of San Ramon issues Building Permits to ensure construction is
safe for occupancy and use. Construction Permits are needed for all new
construction additions, alterations, and remodels in San Ramon.
- Sign Permits
If your business would like to display a sign that is visible from the
outside of a building, a sign permit is required. The Planning Services
Division will review to ensure it complies with the Municipal Code.
- Encroachment Permits
An Encroachment Permit is required for any use of the public sidewalk
or right-of-way for such uses like sidewalk seating, merchandise displays, or any work in the public right-of-way during construction.
- Fire Code Permits A
Fire Code Permit from the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District is
required if you want to conduct specific activities and practices. Use
of hazardous substances or material may require additional review and/or
permits. Proof of insurance will be required. SRVFD is not part of the
City of San Ramon. The permit center staff will assist you in
contacting that agency for the necessary approvals