Priority Production Areas

This feature service provides the current Priority Production Areas (PPAs) for the San Francisco Bay Region. PPAs identify clusters of industrial businesses and prioritize them for economic development investments and protection from competing land uses. These districts are already well-served by the region’s goods movement network. Typical businesses in PPAs include manufacturing, distribution, warehousing and supply chains. Jobs in PPAs enable the industrial sector to thrive and grow. They also improve the lives of workers by making the basic costs of living more affordable. Many middle-wage PPA jobs do not require four-year college degrees, and they are close to more-affordable housing. PPAs are nominated by local governments and adopted by the Association of Bay Area Governments. PPAs must be: Zoned for industrial use or have predominantly industrial uses Outside Priority Development Areas and other areas within walking distance of a major rail commute hub (such as BART, Caltrain, Amtrak or SMART) Located in jurisdictions with a certified housing element