No exterior business signage is permitted for home-based businesses in South San Francisco residential zones. Any commercial identification visible from the street violates Home Occupation Permit conditions.
South San Francisco's Home Occupation Permit prohibits any exterior signs, banners, flags, or commercial identification at the residential property. Commercial vehicles with business logos regularly parked at the home are also prohibited. The residence must maintain its residential character. Violations can result in permit revocation and code enforcement action.
Sign removal order. Home occupation permit revocation risk. Code compliance fines $100 to $500.
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