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LA Businesses Push for Pop-Up Program to Combat 40% Vacancy
3/17/2026
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Story summary
- Downtown Los Angeles businesses seek to replicate San Francisco's Vacant to Vibrant program, launched in 2023, to transform vacant spaces into pop-up shops.
- The San Francisco program provided funding and support to small businesses, increasing foot traffic and leading to longer leases.
- Downtown Los Angeles faces up to 40% vacancy as advocates push for a similar program to boost safety and retail.
