As part of the Manager's Neighborhood Impact Initiative, the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) reaches out to business and property owners offering the "Signage and Facade Improvement Program" to improve business exteriors and bring properties into compliance with the City's Zoning Code.
DPD's Economic Development Office also offers the "Best Retail Practices Program." Both programs work together to provide small business owners with technical assistance, funding, and exterior enhancements to help their establishments prosper.