tel. (818) 898-1200      117 Macneil Street, San Fernando, CA 91340
The City of San Fernando Economic Development team is dedicated to creating a vibrant and economically sustainable San Fernando.  Located in the Northeast San Fernando Valley, the City of San Fernando is a tight-knight community with approximately 24,000 residents living within 2.4 square miles, surrounded by City of Los Angeles. 
 

Our team strives to create new job opportunities, encourage innovative ideas, attract new investments, boost commercial activities and sales tax revenues, create vibrant neighborhoods, and improve the quality of life for residents, business community, and visitors of San Fernando.

City of San Fernando's
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LOVE SAN FERNANDO!

Love San Fernando! Shop local for Valentine’s Day, and through March 31, 2024, for a chance to win $500!
 

Celebrate love and community together and support the businesses that make San Fernando special! Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or planning a romantic evening, our local businesses have you covered. Plus, by shopping locally, you’re not just getting great deals – you’re investing in the heart of our community.

 

Visit ShopLocal.LA/Win-San-Fernando to win prizes!

 

Let’s make this Valentine’s Day a celebration of love and support for San Fernando’s thriving businesses! 

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DOWNTOWN SAN FERNANDO

With a variety of businesses and a pedestrian-focused streetscape, Downtown San Fernando represents the heart of the City.  Downtown San Fernando is planned to become a destination for both residents of San Fernando and the broader region. Downtown San Fernando offers opportunities for broader use, coordinated development, and a mix of commercial and residential uses that will enhance its vibrancy and create a stable economic district that will continue to be sustainable.
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The City is currently developing a Downtown Master Plan to help guide the future development and revitalization of the City’s historic downtown area.

For more information and to sign up for project updates, visit SFDowntownMasterPlan.com.

photo of people walking at the San Fernando Outdoor marketSAN FERNANDO OUTDOOR MARKET 

San Fernando Outdoor Market is hosted once a month in San Fernando Mall, and it’s free to attend.  It brings together local business owners and artisans throughout the area with over 90+ vendors showcasing a variety of products, services, music, classic cars, food and entertainment.  For more information: San Fernando Outdoor Market.

NEW & COMING SOON!

San Fernando is the place for business!

COMING SOON*

  • Dog Haus – 1001 San Fernando Rd (Early 2024)
  • Target – 12920 Foothill Blvd. (Early-Mid 2024)
  • American Fruits & Flavors (Early-Mid 2024)

*Anticipated opening dates are subject to change. 

 

Interested in locating your business in San Fernando? We’re happy to help you find the right location! Please contact Kanika Kith, Deputy City Manager/Economic Development at KKith@sfcity.org or call (818) 898-8316.

START YOUR BUSINESS IN SAN FERNANDO

San Fernando is always looking to support our local economy to meet the needs of our residents. Whether you are starting a new business or relocating a business to San Fernando, we are here to assist you!  Here are some key steps you will need to consider:

Need help?  Please contact Kanika Kith, Deputy City Manager/Economic Development at KKith@sfcity.org or call (818) 898-7316.

AVAILABLE PROPERTIES IN SAN FERNANDO

San Fernando offers over 2.4 million square feet of commercial space and 5 million square feet of industrial space.
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Interested in locating your business in San Fernando? We’re happy to help you find the right location! 
 

For available properties and opportunities please contact Kanika Kith, Deputy City Manager/Economic Development at KKith@sfcity.org or call (818) 898-7316.

BUSINESS PROGRAMS & INCENTIVES

San Fernando Economic Development team provides a number of resources and services to new and existing businesses to advance job growth and boosting commercial activity in San Fernando! We offer the following services to all of our businesses. 
 

  • Site Selection Assistance – Free site selection assistance to new and existing businesses in the City. This assistance consists of a confidential site search for available properties based on specific needs and site criteria.
  • Business Concierge Service – Businesses receive one-on-one assistance to navigate through the City’s permitting, entitlement and development process.
  • Facilitation of Business Resources – Help facilitate contacts and resources to a variety of federal, state, and local programs and incentives.
  • Market Analysis Assistance – Free market analysis and demographic information to assist with the decision-making process for businesses looking to locate or expand in San Fernando.

 

In addition, we partner with the San Fernando Chamber of Commerce to provide marketing and social medial support.

  • Marketing & Social Media Support – The San Fernando Chamber of Commerce helps promote local business through multiple digital channels including social media and e-mail newsletters. More information on the San Fernando Chamber of Commerce: SanFernando.com/

UPCOMING WEBINAR & TRAINING

Coming soon!

BUSINESS RESOURCES

The City is working in partnership with Initiating Change in Our Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation (ICON CDC) to offer comprehensive business support services.  Through close collaboration, ICON CDC and the City are committed to enriching the local business landscape and fostering economic growth by implementing a diverse range of services and initiatives. 
 

Furthermore, the City is an active member of the Valley Economic Alliance (Alliance), an organization dedicated to advancing economic growth and vitality in the San Fernando Valley.  The Alliance provides a spectrum of services, including strategic resources, workforce programs, and networking opportunities. Through membership in the Alliance, local businesses in the City gain access to valuable business support services such as financial mentorship and marketing assistance.

 

CONTACT US

CITY HALL | Administration Department
117 Macneil Street, San Fernando, CA 91340
Kanika Kith, Deputy City Manager/Economic Development
(818) 898-7316 | KKith@sfcity.org

Monday through Thursday | 7:30 am to 5:30 pm
Friday | 8 am to 5 pm

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