Login

Pandemic-Battered San Francisco Retailers Brace for Prolonged Recovery

Regulatory Hurdles, Crime Cripple Efforts To Fill Storefront Vacancies

A local taco restaurant operator filed plans to open a new location on the ground floor of 1230 Grant Ave., but was denied because of San Francisco's ban on chains. (CoStar)
A local taco restaurant operator filed plans to open a new location on the ground floor of 1230 Grant Ave., but was denied because of San Francisco's ban on chains. (CoStar)

When the owners of a popular chain of San Francisco taquerias called El Farolito inquired about leasing vacant ground-floor space in the city's North Beach district, it appeared it would be easy to strike a deal. But in an all-too-common outcome, it didn't turn out that way.

This news story is available exclusively to CoStar subscribers.

Watch the video to learn how you can access industry leading CRE news and the data analytics you need to drive success.

This news story is available exclusively to CoStar subscribers.

Ready to Learn More?

Sign Up For a Personalized Demo.

Sign Up For a Demo To Learn More.

Already A Subscriber? Sign In