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In plain English

This ordinance establishes a permit process for installing hydrogen-fueling station equipment in San Francisco. It also confirms that the Planning Department has complied with environmental regulations related to this change.

Ordinance amending the Building Code to create a permit and permitting process for Hydrogen-Fueling Station Equipment installation; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Introduced: Oct 21, 2025
Final action: Feb 13, 2026
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How it got here

The legislation originated from the need to comply with California Government Code Section 65850.7, which mandates a streamlined permitting process for hydrogen fueling stations.

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Introduction of Ordinance2025-10-09
Department of Building Inspection

The Department of Building Inspection submitted a proposed ordinance to amend the Building Code for hydrogen fueling stations, in response to California Government Code Section 65850.7.

DBI Ltr 100925
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Commission Review2025-10-21
Building Inspection Commission

The Building Inspection Commission introduced the ordinance for public hearing and recommendation, following the requirements of the California Government Code.

Referral BIC 102925
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Legislation Referral2025-10-29
Clerk of the Board

The Clerk of the Board referred the ordinance to the Planning Department and the Building Inspection Commission for review under CEQA.

Referral CEQA 102925
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CEQA Determination2025-11-14
Planning Department

The Planning Department determined that the ordinance complies with CEQA and submitted their findings to the Clerk of the Board.

CEQA Det 111425
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Commission Approval2025-11-17
Building Inspection Commission

The Building Inspection Commission held a public hearing and unanimously recommended approval of the ordinance.

BIC Transmittal 111725
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Committee Recommendation2026-01-12
Land Use and Transportation Committee

The Land Use and Transportation Committee recommended the ordinance for passage.

Board Pkt 012726
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Final Passage2026-02-03
Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors finally passed the ordinance, which amends the Building Code to create a permitting process for hydrogen fueling stations.

Board Pkt 020326

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Document trail
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Official legislation text
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Referral CEQA 102925
Environmental review (CEQA)
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CEQA Det 111425
Environmental review (CEQA)
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BIC Transmittal 111725
Departmental transmittal
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How they voted

Legislative journey

Clerk of the BoardOct 9, 2025
Β·RECEIVED FROM DEPARTMENT
PresidentOct 21, 2025
β†’ASSIGNED UNDER 30 DAY RULE
Clerk of the BoardOct 29, 2025
β†’REFERRED TO DEPARTMENT
Planning DepartmentNov 14, 2025
Β·RESPONSE RECEIVED
Building Inspection CommissionNov 17, 2025
Β·RESPONSE RECEIVED
Land Use and Transportation CommitteeJan 12, 2026
βœ“RECOMMENDEDPass
Board of SupervisorsJan 27, 2026 – Feb 3, 2026
βœ“PASSED ON FIRST READINGPass
βœ“FINALLY PASSEDPass
MayorFeb 13, 2026
βœ“APPROVED