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Matter ROGC 25-256

Vacant Storefront Incentive: Explore a Fee Waiver Program for New and Expanding Small Businesses in Urban Villages and Areas of Growth. (Ortiz)

Economic Development Joint Meeting for the Rules and Open Government Committee and Committee of the Whole Agenda Ready Introduced 14 Aug 2025
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ROGC 25-256
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Rules Committee Reviews, Recommendations and Approvals
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Agenda Ready
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Unknown
Introduced
14 Aug 2025
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19 May 2026 · 04:09

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Memorandum from Ortiz

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The memorandum from Councilmember Peter Ortiz recommends that the City Manager explore an ordinance to create a year-long pilot fee waiver program for first-year permit, license, and business registration fees for qualifying small businesses in urban villages and areas of growth in San Jose. This initiative aims to reduce startup costs for new and expanding small businesses, which are vital for the local economy.

Key points
  • The memorandum is addressed to the Mayor and City Council.
  • The subject is a proposal for a fee waiver program for small businesses.
  • The recommendation is to direct the City Manager to explore an ordinance for a pilot program.
  • The program targets first-year fees for newly formed businesses or those opening new locations.
  • The initiative is intended to stimulate economic activity and support local businesses.
Limitations
  • The document contains unresolved placeholders such as specific dates and details about the program's implementation.
  • The text indicates a date of August 14, 2025, but does not clarify if this is the date of the proposal or a future date for the program.

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RULES COMMITTEE: 8/20/25 ITEM: C.1 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: SEE BELOW Approved: SUBJECT: FROM: Councilmember Peter Ortiz DATE: August 14, 2025 Date: August 14, 2025 Vacant Storefront Incentive: Explore a Fee Waiver Program for New and Expanding Small Businesses in Urban Villages and Areas of Growth. RECOMMENDATION Direct the City Manager to explore an ordinance that amends the Business and Tax Regulations Code to develop a year-long pilot fee waiver program for specific first-year permit, license, and business registration fees for qualifying small businesses that are newly formed or opening a new location in urban villages and areas of growth within the city. BACKGROUND Small businesses are the backbone of San Jose’s economy, which is crucial in fostering neighborhood vitality, generating local jobs, and preserving community identity. Yet, new and expanding small businesses often face substantial startup costs, particularly in permit, license, and registration fees. These costs can be a significant barrier, especially in areas targeted for growth, where the city seeks to stimulate investment and accelerate economic activity. San Francisco recently enacted...