This ordinance updates the Planning Code to specify areas where Reproductive Health Clinics can operate and aligns with Proposition O, which was approved by voters in November 2024. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and the city's General Plan.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to indicate districts where Reproductive Health Clinics are principally permitted and to make other conforming changes to the Planning Code and Zoning Control Tables, as required by Proposition O, passed by the voters in November 2024; 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 the passage of Proposition O by San Francisco voters in November 2024, which mandated changes to the Planning Code regarding Reproductive Health Clinics.
Proposition O was passed, requiring the Planning Department to amend the Planning Code to allow Reproductive Health Clinics as principally permitted uses in various districts.
Mayor Lurie introduced the ordinance to amend the Planning Code in accordance with Proposition O.
The Planning Department determined that the ordinance complies with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The Planning Commission held a public hearing and adopted Resolution No. 21745, recommending approval of the ordinance.
The committee recommended the ordinance for approval during a meeting.
The Board of Supervisors finally passed the ordinance after a first reading on December 16, 2025.
Mayor Lurie approved the ordinance, finalizing its enactment.
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