This legislation involves a hearing for public input on a proposed project at 450-474 O’Farrell Street and 532 Jones Street, which seeks to amend previous approvals for a mixed-use building that includes demolishing three existing buildings and constructing a new 13-story structure with commercial space and group housing. The hearing allows interested parties to express support or objections to the changes in the project scope.
Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the approval of a Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Sections 303, 304, 415, 166, and 155 of the Planning Code, for a proposed project at 450-474 O’Farrell Street and 532 Jones Street, Assessor's Parcel Block No. 0317, Lot Nos. 007, 009, and 011, identified in Planning Case No. 2013.1535CUA-02, issued by the Planning Commission by Motion No. 20935, dated June 24, 2021, to amend the Conditions of Approval Nos. 24, 25, 26, and 32 of Planning Commission Motion No. 20281, adopted on September 13, 2018, for a revised project scope to include demolition of three buildings, construction of a 13-story mixed-use building with similar massing, ground floor commercial and a new church, and up to 316 group housing rooms instead of 176 residential units located in a RC-4 (Residential-Commercial, High Density) Zoning District, North of Market Residential Special Use District and 80-130-T Height and Bulk District. (District 6) (Appellants: Pratibha Tekkey, on behalf of the Tenderloin Housing Clinic, and Michael Shonafelt and Gregory Tross of Newmeyer & Dillion LLP, on behalf of the Pacific Bay Inn, Inc.) (Filed July 21, 2021)
How it got here
The legislation originated from a conditional use authorization process for a mixed-use development project at 450-474 O’Farrell Street and 532 Jones Street, prompted by the need for housing and community facilities in the Tenderloin neighborhood.
The Planning Commission approved a mixed-use project that included 176 residential units, restaurant space, and a new church, under Motion No. 20281.
The Commission approved an amended conditional use authorization to modify the original project, increasing the number of housing units to 316 group housing rooms, under Motion No. 20935.
An appeal was filed against the Planning Commission's approval by the Tenderloin Housing Clinic and Pacific Bay Inn, citing concerns over community impact and housing type.
The Board scheduled a public hearing to consider the appeal of the conditional use authorization for the project.
The Board heard the appeal and took public comment, ultimately continuing the discussion for further consideration.
The Board voted to overturn the Planning Commission's approval, citing concerns raised during the appeal process.
The Department expressed concerns regarding the Board's decision to overturn the Planning Commission's approval, indicating potential violations of housing laws.
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