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Why Locate A Business In San Bruno CA


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Why Locate a Business in San Bruno?

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San Bruno boasts a strategic location that places it at the crossroads of the San Francisco Bay Area's strong economic landscape. The city is just minutes away from San Francisco International Airport, the Silicon Valley tech hub, and major transportation arteries. This proximity provides businesses with access to global markets, a highly skilled workforce, and opportunities for business growth.



Welcome to the official Economic Development website of the City of San Bruno.  


Economic Development Overview

In 2009, the City adopted the General Plan with an Economic Development chapter. This chapter focused on the provision of resources and incentives for business retention and expansion, primarily in retail, professional offices, and technology firms, and the revitalization of sites with industrial and commercial uses. 

 

The City Council adopted two City Strategic Initiatives related to Economic Development in May 2023. The City’s Economic Development program is focused on:

  • Develop an Economic Development initiative around attracting businesses and developers to execute on the Transit Corridor Plan vision; and
  • Develop an Economic Development program focused on small, medium, and large businesses.

 

In July 2023, staff started at conversation with the City Council at a Study Session about what the Economic Development Program for the City could accomplish at a broad level. The conversation was based on topics such as: Should it focus on creating new jobs, vibrant communities, increasing revenue to the city or facilitating new development? What else should it focus on that will enhance San Bruno’s economy? 

 

Staff will continue this conversation in 2023 and develop new Economic Development programs based on City Council direction.

 

Why Locate a Business in San Bruno?

San Bruno boasts a strategic location that places it at the crossroads of the San Francisco Bay Area's strong economic landscape. The city is just minutes away from San Francisco International Airport, the Silicon Valley tech hub, and major transportation arteries. This proximity provides businesses with access to global markets, a highly skilled workforce, and opportunities for business growth.

Business Resources 

The City staff acknowledges that starting or expanding a business can be a complex process. That's why the City offers a range of resources to support entrepreneurs and businesses:

Business Assistance: The City’s team of staff can provide guidance on permits, business licenses, zoning regulations, and more to ensure a smooth start-up process.

Planning Division 

Building Division 

Business License

Financial Assistance: Discover the various grants, loans, and incentive programs available to help your business thrive.

City of San Bruno Grant program link

SBDC 

SAMCEDA 

Workforce Development: Access programs that connect you with local talent and training opportunities.

Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center 

 

Contact Us

City of San Bruno staff are here to assist you in every step of your business journey

Whether you're looking to start, expand, or relocate your business in San Bruno, please reach out to the City’s Economic Development Manager.

 For more information about San Bruno’s Economic Development program, please contact:

Maria Langbauer, Economic Development Manager 

(650) 763-3427 | via email

 


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