Community Greening :: Convert unused land into public gardens through Street Parks

Street Parks is a partnership between SFPT and the San Francisco Department of Public Works (DPW) to support the development and maintenance of community-managed open spaces on DPW owned properties. SFPT leverages its experience in community organizing, open-space managment, and volunteer coordination to help neighborhood groups beautify and activate unused public land.

See a map of potential sites. (1 MB)
Search SFParcel map to determine property owner. (Internet Explorer only)

While each site is unique, in general, you need to follow these steps:

Get Started
Read the Street Parks Guidelines
Submit a Street Parks Application - we'll contact you to schedule a meeting when we receive it.
Meet with SFPT and DPW at your site (DPW must approve your site before you make improvements).

Develop a Plan
Attend a free organizing seminar with your neighbors to develop a plan.
     Create a drawing of your proposed improvements.
     Develop a plant list. (See a recommended plant list.)
     Create a budget.
Share your plan with the neighborhood through community meetings or flyers.
Get your permits and plans approved by the Bureau of Urban Forestry (one month turnaround).

Raise Money
Apply for fiscal sponsorship.
Apply for funding.

Break Ground
Host a volunteer workday at your garden.
Spread the word about your project in our newsletter.

Extra Help
See our resources page for more help from SFPT and our partners. We have annual events, volunteers, free seminars and funding to help you get your garden started.

Contact SFPT at 415.750.5110 if you need information or support - we're here to help, every step of the way.