Temporary Use Authorization (TUA) Supplemental

Pursuant to Planning Code Section 205, certain uses may be permitted on a temporary basis in cases where they may not otherwise be permitted. A Temporary Use Authorization permits a specific land use for a limited period of time on a particular parcel. Temporary Use Authorizations are typically not associated with significant construction activity; they authorize such short-term uses as mobile food facilities, seasonal Christmas tree and pumpkin sales, construction trailers, and festivals or exhibitions. A Temporary Use Authorization from the Planning Department is frequently one of a number of City permits required to operate a temporary use. The Fire, Police, and Health Departments, among others, may also require separate permits before such use can commence operations.

To file a Temporary Use Authorization application, please email a completed application to cpc.intake@sfgov.org. One of our staff will follow up to the email listed in the completed application on the associated fee payment.

For questions, you can call the Planning counter at 628.652.7300 or email pic@sfgov.org where planners are able to assist you.