Explore San Diego Services
A standalone resource hub providing quick access to essential San Diego services, business tools, utilities, and community support.
Whether you’re a small business owner, vendor, or resident, this guide connects you to verified local resources — from permits, utilities,
and workforce programs to emergency contacts and city assistance — helping you stay informed and supported across America’s Finest City.
Quick Links by Category
Business & Entrepreneurship
- City of San Diego Economic Development Department: (619) 236-6700 — sandiego.gov/economic-development
- San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce: (619) 544-1300 — sdchamber.org
- SCORE San Diego (Free Mentorship): (858) 283-1100 — sandiego.score.org
- Small Business Development Center (SBDC): (619) 482-6391 — sdivsbdc.org
- California Business Portal (Start a Business): business.ca.gov
- Procurement Technical Assistance Center (Government Contracts): ptacsocal.org
- Downtown San Diego Partnership (Urban Business Support): downtownsandiego.org
Permits, Licensing & Compliance
- Business Tax Certificate (City License): (619) 615-1500 — Apply Online
- County Environmental Health Permits: sandiegocounty.gov/deh
- Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC Licensing): (619) 525-4064 — abc.ca.gov
- Mobile Food / Vendor Permits: sandiego.gov/fire/permits/mobile-food
- Sidewalk Vending Ordinance Info: sandiego.gov/sidewalk-vending
- California Seller’s Permit (State): onlineservices.cdtfa.ca.gov
- Construction, Remodel & Sign Permits: Development Services Department
Workforce & Employment Resources
- San Diego Workforce Partnership: (619) 228-2900 — workforce.org
- California Employment Development Department (EDD): (800) 300-5616 — edd.ca.gov
- CalJOBS (Job Listings & Hiring Portal): caljobs.ca.gov
- Dreams for Change Workforce Program: (619) 497-0236 — dreamsforchange.org
- Hire Heroes USA (Veterans Employment Support): hireheroesusa.org
Utilities & City Services
- San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E): (800) 411-7343 — sdge.com
- City Water & Wastewater: (619) 515-3500 — sandiego.gov/public-utilities
- Trash & Recycling Services: Environmental Services Department
- Street Maintenance / Pothole Repair: Get It Done Portal
- Public Transportation (MTS): (619) 557-4555 — sdmts.com
- San Diego County Water Authority: sdcwa.org
Emergency & Community Assistance
- City of San Diego Non-Emergency: Dial 211 — 211sandiego.org
- Police Non-Emergency Line: (619) 531-2000
- Fire-Rescue Non-Emergency: (619) 533-4300
- Homeless Outreach / Safe Parking: (619) 497-0236 — dreamsforchange.org
- Mental Health Crisis Line: Dial 988 — 988lifeline.org
- Domestic Violence Hotline (YWCA San Diego): (619) 234-3164 — ywcasandiego.org
- San Diego Food Bank: (858) 527-1419 — sandiegofoodbank.org
Marketing, Media & Growth Resources
- San Diego Tourism Authority (Partnerships): sandiego.org/industry
- California GO-Biz (Small Business Grants & Programs): business.ca.gov
- City of San Diego Small Business Marketing Support: sandiego.gov/economic-development
- Local Radio, Media & Podcasts: 91X FM, KUSI News, Voice of San Diego, KPBS, San Diego Magazine.
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