This resolution establishes and expands a business improvement district in the Dogpatch and Northwest Potrero Hill areas, allowing for property assessments to fund improvements for 15 years starting in Fiscal Year 2025-2026. It also includes environmental findings related to the project.
Resolution to establish, renew and expand the property-based business improvement district known as the "Dogpatch and Northwest Potrero Hill Green Benefit District"; ordering the levy and collection of assessments against property located in that district for a term of 15 years commencing with Fiscal Year 2025-2026, through December 31, 2040, subject to conditions as specified herein; and making environmental findings.
How it got here
The legislation to renew and expand the Dogpatch and Northwest Potrero Hill Green Benefit District originated from the need to continue funding for revitalization and maintenance efforts in the area, following the expiration of the previous district.
The City established the Dogpatch and Northwest Potrero Hill Green Benefit District through Resolution No. 301-15, which levied multi-year assessments for revitalization and maintenance.
The Board adopted Resolution No. 249-25, declaring its intention to renew the District for another 15 years, expiring on December 31, 2040.
The Planning Department determined that the proposed renewal was not defined as a project under CEQA guidelines, indicating no significant environmental impact.
A public hearing was conducted where testimony was heard regarding the proposed renewal and assessments, leading to the determination that a majority of ballots did not oppose the renewal.
The Board adopted the resolution to establish, renew, and expand the Dogpatch and Northwest Potrero Hill Green Benefit District, allowing for assessments to be levied for 15 years.
The Mayor approved the resolution, finalizing the renewal and expansion of the Green Benefit District.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record
This resolution approves an agreement with the Owners’ Association to manage the Dogpatch & Northwest Potrero Hill Green Benefit District from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2040. It is established under California law to enhance the area's business environment and public spaces.
