RollingSan Diego, CA

Storefront Improvement Program (SIP)

From City of San Diego Economic Development

Amount: Up to $16,000Most get 50% back, up to $8,000. Historic and multi-tenant buildings get more.
Deadline: RollingNo closing date
Where: San Diego, CA
Match needed: Pays you back
Effort: MediumA form plus a few documents.

The link goes to sandiego.gov.

San Diego small businesses with 25 or fewer employees, a street-facing storefront and a valid business tax certificate. Rolling. No closing date

Who can apply

San Diego small businesses with 25 or fewer employees, a street-facing storefront and a valid business tax certificate
franchises and home-based businesses excluded

Retail, restaurant, and services

Can a small business win this?

Includes free professional design help. about 18 projects were completed in FY2024, so competition is modest.

Before you apply

A refundable $250 deposit is collected after approval (not an application fee). the Promise Zone adds 30%.

Checked on sandiego.gov, Oct 18 (opens in a new tab)

Report a problem

This is a summary. The official page has the final word.

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Common questions

How much is Storefront Improvement Program (SIP)?

Up to $16,000. The full line is: Most get 50% back, up to $8,000. Historic and multi-tenant buildings get more.. Highest figure stored: $16,000.

When can I apply for Storefront Improvement Program (SIP)?

Applications are rolling. The page we checked has no single closing date.

Who can apply for Storefront Improvement Program (SIP)?

San Diego small businesses with 25 or fewer employees, a street-facing storefront and a valid business tax certificate. franchises and home-based businesses excluded.

Does Storefront Improvement Program (SIP) require matching funds?

Yes. You need to put in some of your own money or another match.

Where was Storefront Improvement Program (SIP) checked?

Checked on 2026-10-18 at https://www.sandiego.gov/economic-development/business/starting/improvement. The official page wins if we disagree.