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In plain English

The ordinance expands the criteria for self-storage facilities in the PDR-2 zoning district and extends the time limit for these uses. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to expand criteria for certain Self-Storage Uses in the PDR-2 (Production, Distribution, and Repair) zoning district and extending the sunset date for such uses; 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 adopting findings of public necessity, convenience, and general welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

Introduced: Dec 9, 2024
Final action: May 2, 2025
Sponsors: Shamann Walton
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How it got here

The legislation originated from a need to amend the Planning Code regarding Self-Storage Uses in the PDR-2 zoning district, prompted by prior code limitations and recommendations from city departments.

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Initiation of Code Corrections OrdinanceAugust 2024
Planning Commission

The Planning Commission initiated a proposed ordinance to amend the Planning Code to correct typographical errors and update outdated references.

PC Transmittal 102424
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Public Hearing and ApprovalSeptember 19, 2024
Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and adopted Resolution No. 21614, recommending approval of the ordinance with modifications.

PC Transmittal 102424
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Consideration of OrdinanceAugust 21, 2024
Building Inspection Commission

The Building Inspection Commission considered the ordinance and recommended approval during a public hearing.

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Amendment and Duplication of OrdinanceDecember 9, 2024
Land Use and Transportation Committee

The committee amended the ordinance and duplicated it from Board File No. 241055, continuing it for further consideration.

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Further AmendmentsMarch 24, 2025
Land Use and Transportation Committee

The committee amended the ordinance again, focusing on expanding criteria for Self-Storage Uses in the PDR-2 zoning district.

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First Reading PassedApril 15, 2025
Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors passed the ordinance on first reading, following recommendations from the committee.

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Final PassageApril 22, 2025
Board of Supervisors

The ordinance was finally passed by the Board of Supervisors, affirming the Planning Department's CEQA determination.

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Document trail
PC Transmittal 102424
Departmental transmittal
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BIC Transmittal 082224
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Referral CEQA 111324
Environmental review (CEQA)
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CEQA Det 111524
Environmental review (CEQA)
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Leg Dig Ver1
Official legislation text
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Leg Dig Ver2
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Referral BLA 121124
Budget and Legislative Analyst
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Leg Dig Ver3
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Referral BLA 032525
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How they voted

RECOMMENDED
Land Use and Transportation Committee Β· Apr 7, 2025Pass
3-0
AMENDED, AN AMENDMENT OF THE WHOLE BEARING NEW TITLE
Land Use and Transportation Committee Β· Mar 24, 2025Pass
3-0
CONTINUED AS AMENDED
Land Use and Transportation Committee Β· Mar 24, 2025Pass
3-0
AMENDED, AN AMENDMENT OF THE WHOLE BEARING SAME TITLE
Land Use and Transportation Committee Β· Dec 9, 2024Pass
1-0
CONTINUED TO CALL OF THE CHAIR AS AMENDED
Land Use and Transportation Committee Β· Dec 9, 2024Pass
1-0

Legislative journey

Land Use and Transportation CommitteeDec 9, 2024
Β·DUPLICATED
β†·CONTINUED TO CALL OF THE CHAIR AS AMENDEDPass
✎AMENDED, AN AMENDMENT OF THE WHOLE BEARING SAME TITLEPass
Clerk of the BoardDec 11, 2024
β†’REFERRED TO DEPARTMENT
Land Use and Transportation CommitteeMar 24, 2025
β†·CONTINUED AS AMENDEDPass
✎AMENDED, AN AMENDMENT OF THE WHOLE BEARING NEW TITLEPass
Clerk of the BoardMar 25, 2025
β†’REFERRED TO DEPARTMENT
Land Use and Transportation CommitteeApr 7, 2025
βœ“RECOMMENDEDPass
Board of SupervisorsApr 15, 2025 – Apr 22, 2025
βœ“PASSED ON FIRST READINGPass
βœ“FINALLY PASSEDPass
MayorMay 2, 2025
βœ“APPROVED