Proposes a change to city law: Changing the the city's zoning/building rules to increase the allowable number and size of signs in Mixed Use Districts on lots over one-half acre and in the Mixed Use-Office District south of Townsend Street.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to increase the allowable number and size of signs in Mixed Use Districts on lots over one-half acre and in the Mixed Use-Office District south of Townsend Street; 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 need to amend the Planning Code to allow for increased signage in Mixed Use Districts, driven by economic recovery efforts post-COVID-19.
The Controller's report highlighted ongoing struggles in San Francisco's economy, noting that tourism and commercial vacancy rates remained below pre-pandemic levels.
Supervisor Dorsey introduced the ordinance to amend the Planning Code to increase the allowable number and size of signs in Mixed Use Districts.
The Board of Supervisors referred the ordinance to the Planning Department for review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The Planning Department provided a response affirming that the ordinance complies with CEQA guidelines.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing and adopted a recommendation for approval of the ordinance, finding it consistent with the General Plan.
The Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 21942, affirming the ordinance's findings and recommending its approval to the Board of Supervisors.
The ordinance is currently scheduled for a committee hearing as part of the legislative process.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record