This ordinance aimed to remove impact fees for converting Production, Distribution, and Repair spaces to other non-residential uses. It has been killed and will not be enacted.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to eliminate impact fees for changes of use from PDR (Production, Distribution, and Repair) to other Non-Residential Uses, as specified; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
How it got here
The legislation originated from a proposal by Mayor Breed to amend the Planning Code regarding impact fees for changes of use from PDR to other non-residential uses.
Mayor Breed introduced the ordinance to eliminate impact fees for changes of use from PDR to other non-residential uses.
The Small Business Commission expressed support for the legislation, noting it would streamline small business permitting while maintaining existing zoning controls.
The Board of Supervisors referred the legislation to the Planning Department for review and CEQA determination.
The Planning Department determined that the ordinance complies with CEQA and is not defined as a project under CEQA guidelines.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing and recommended approval of the ordinance with modifications, particularly regarding the Jobs Housing Linkage Fee.
The Land Use and Transportation Committee continued the discussion on the ordinance but ultimately tabled it.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record
