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Ordinance#251100
Oct 31, 2025

This ordinance creates the Chula-Abbey Early Residential Historic District in San Francisco, adding protections for its historical, architectural, and aesthetic landmarks. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental review and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to add a new Appendix P to Article 10, Preservation of Historical, Architectural, and Aesthetic Landmarks, to create the Chula-Abbey Early Residential Historic District; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Rafael Mandelman
24-0 /1
Ordinance#251101
Oct 31, 2025

This ordinance establishes the Alert Alley Early Residential Historic District to protect its historical, architectural, and aesthetic significance. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's planning priorities.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to add a new Appendix Q to Article 10, Preservation of Historical, Architectural, and Aesthetic Landmarks, to create the Alert Alley Early Residential Historic District; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Rafael Mandelman
24-0 /1
Ordinance#250890
Oct 31, 2025

This ordinance temporarily exempts transfers of specific rent-restricted affordable housing from the real property transfer tax, effective retroactively from April 12, 2024. It also confirms the Planning Department's assessment under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to temporarily exempt transfers of certain rent-restricted affordable housing from the real property transfer tax, retroactive to transfers on or after April 12, 2024; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

HousingBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Connie Chan, Bilal Mahmood, Matt Dorsey
18-4
Ordinance#250891
Oct 31, 2025

This ordinance amends tax regulations to exempt low-income housing partnerships from gross receipts tax and business registration fees starting in 2026, and it also exempts the City and certain property holders from the commercial vacancy tax with retroactive effects. Additionally, it mandates refunds for commercial vacancy taxes already paid by those exempted parties.

Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to exclude from gross receipts tax the gross receipts of low-income housing partnerships received from the lease of residential real estate beginning with the 2026 tax year; suspend the business registration certificate and fee requirements for those partnerships beginning with the registration year commencing April 1, 2026; exempt the City from the commercial vacancy tax retroactive to January 1, 2025; and exempt persons holding property to be used for City-sponsored affordable housing projects from the commercial vacancy tax retroactive to January 1, 2022, and refund commercial vacancy taxes paid by exempt persons.

HousingBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey
18-4
Resolution#251006
Oct 31, 2025

This resolution allows the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to enter into agreements with the California Department of Housing and Community Development for nearly $46 million to support a 100% affordable housing project and public transportation improvements near 11 Frida Kahlo Way. It includes a $33 million loan for the housing project and over $12 million in grants for transportation enhancements, effective until November 30, 2043.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to execute the Standard Agreements with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) under the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program for a total award of $45,721,399, including $33,000,000 disbursed by HCD as a loan to the Balboa Gateway, L.P. (“Developer”) for a 100% affordable housing project at 11 Frida Kahlo Way and $12,721,399 to be disbursed as a grant to the City for public transportation improvements near 11 Frida Kahlo Way, for the period starting on the execution date of the Standard Agreements through November 30, 2043; authorizing MOHCD to accept and expend the grant of up to $12,721,399 for transportation, streetscape and pedestrian improvements and other transit oriented programming and improvement as approved by HCD.

HousingTransportationEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
13-0
Resolution#251007
Oct 31, 2025

This resolution allows the City to issue up to $19 million in revenue notes to finance the construction of a 68-unit rental housing project at 1303 Larkin Street. It also approves various agreements and authorizes city officials to take necessary actions to implement the project.

Resolution authorizing the execution and delivery of multifamily housing revenue notes in one or more series in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $19,000,000 for the purpose of providing financing for the construction of a 68-unit multifamily rental housing project located at 1303 Larkin Street, known as “1303 Larkin Street”; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a funding loan agreement providing the terms and conditions of the construction loan from the funding lender to the City, and the execution and delivery of the notes; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a project loan agreement providing the terms and conditions of the construction loan from the City to the borrower; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a regulatory agreement and declaration of restrictive covenants for the project; authorizing the collection of certain fees; approving, for purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, the issuance and sale of residential mortgage revenue notes by the City in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $19,000,000; approving modifications, changes, and additions to the documents; ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the funding loan, the project loan, the notes, and the project; granting general authority to City officials to take actions necessary to implement this Resolution; and related matters, as defined herein.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Danny Sauter
13-0
Resolution#251008
Oct 31, 2025

This resolution allows the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to finalize a loan of up to $18,502,271 for a 68-unit affordable housing project at 1303 Larkin Street. It confirms that the project aligns with city planning policies and environmental regulations.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to execute documents relating to a loan with 1303 Larkin Street, L.P., a California limited partnership, for an aggregate loan amount not to exceed $18,502,271 to finance the acquisition, rehabilitation, and permanent financing of a 100% affordable, 68-unit multifamily rental housing development for low-income households located at 1303 Larkin Street (the “Project”); adopting findings that the Project and proposed transactions are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; authorizing the Director of MOHCD or their designee to execute the loan documents for the Project and make certain modifications to such loan documents, as defined herein, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein.

HousingTransportationEnvironment
By Danny Sauter
13-0
Resolution#251009
Oct 31, 2025

This resolution allows the Mayor and the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to finalize a loan of up to $37.8 million to finance the purchase and renovation of 15 rental housing buildings for low- to moderate-income families, totaling 89 residential units and 9 commercial units. It also confirms that the project complies with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to execute loan documents relating to a loan with MEDA Precita Small Properties, LLC in a total amount not to exceed $37,820,766 to finance the acquisition, rehabilitation, and permanent financing of fifteen multifamily rental housing buildings for low- to moderate-income households, consisting of a total of 89 residential rental units and nine ancillary commercial units, located at 3329-3333 20th Street, 3182-3198 24th Street, 3353-26th Street, 1500 Cortland Avenue, 35 Fair Avenue, 3840 Folsom Street, 642-646 Guerrero Street, 63-67 Lapidge Street, 2217-2221 Mission Street, 3800 Mission Street, 19-23 Precita Avenue, 344-348 Precita Avenue, 269-271 Richland Avenue, 380 San Jose Avenue, and 1015 Shotwell Street, pursuant to the Small Sites Program (collectively, the “Project”); affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; adopting findings that the Project and the proposed transactions are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing the Director of MOHCD or his or her designee to execute the loan documents for the Project and make certain modifications to such loan documents, as defined herein, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein.

HousingTransportationEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman, Jackie Fielder
13-0
Resolution#251010
Oct 31, 2025

This resolution allows the City to issue up to $60 million in bonds to finance the construction of a 136-unit rental housing project at 2970-16th Street. It also approves various agreements and authorizes city officials to take necessary actions to implement the project.

Resolution authorizing the issuance and delivery of multifamily housing revenue bonds in one or more series in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $60,000,000 for the purpose of providing financing for the construction of a 136-unit multifamily rental housing project located at 2970-16th Street, known as “2970 16th Street”; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of an indenture of trust providing the terms and conditions of the bonds; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a loan agreement providing the terms and conditions of the construction loan from the City to the borrower; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a regulatory agreement and declaration of restrictive covenants for the project; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of an assignment of deed of trust documents; authorizing the collection of certain fees; approving, for purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, the issuance and sale of residential mortgage revenue bonds by the City in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $60,000,000; approving modifications, changes, and additions to the documents; ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the indenture of trust, the loan, the bonds, and the project; granting general authority to City officials to take actions necessary to implement this Resolution; and related matters, as defined herein.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Jackie Fielder
13-0
Resolution#251011
Oct 31, 2025

The resolution approves a 75-year ground lease for city-owned property at 2970-16th Street to develop a 136-unit affordable housing project for formerly homeless individuals. It also authorizes a loan of up to $61.2 million to finance the project and allows for construction staging on the property at no cost for up to three years.

Resolution 1) approving and authorizing the Director of Property and the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to enter into a Ground Lease for real property owned by the City and located at 2970-16th Street with 1979 Mission Street PSH Associates, L.P. (“Developer”) for a lease term of 75 years and one 24-year option to extend and an annual base rent of $1.00 (“Ground Lease”) in order to construct a 100% affordable, 136-unit multifamily rental housing development as permanent supportive housing for formerly homeless households or households at risk of homelessness (the “Project”); 2) approving and authorizing an Amended and Restated Loan Agreement in an amount not to exceed $61,163,787 for a minimum loan term of 57 years (“Loan Agreement”) to finance the development and construction of the Project; 3) approving and authorizing the Director of Property and MOHCD to enter into a License Agreement for real property owned by the City with Developer for $0 for up to three years to allow construction staging for the Project (“License Agreement”); 4) determining that the less than market rent payable under the Ground Lease and License Agreement will serve a public purpose by providing affordable housing for low-income households in need, in accordance with Administrative Code, Section 23.30; 5) adopting findings declaring that the Property is "exempt surplus land" pursuant to the California Surplus Lands Act; 6) adopting findings that the Project and proposed transactions are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and 7) authorizing the Director of Property and/or the Director of MOHCD to execute the Ground Lease, Loan Agreement, and License Agreement, make certain modifications to such agreements, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
By Jackie Fielder
13-0
Resolution#250984
Oct 31, 2025

This resolution allows the Director of Property to lease about 11,894 square feet at 845 Jackson Street from the Chinese Hospital Association for three years, with an option to extend for one year, at an annual rent of $499,548. It also authorizes the Director to make minor amendments to the lease as needed.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property to enter into a lease of approximately 11,894 square feet of real property located at 845 Jackson Street on the 4th Floor with Chinese Hospital Association, as Landlord, for an initial term of three years with one option to extend the term for one-year, effective upon approval of this Resolution, for an initial annual base rent of $499,548 (or $42 per square foot annually) (“Lease”); authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the Department of Public Health, to execute the Lease; and authorizing the Director of Property to enter into other amendments or modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.

HousingTransportationPublic Health
By Danny Sauter, Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Resolution#250490
Oct 31, 2025

This resolution allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to accept nearly $8 million in grant funds to support a program called HEARTTSS, which focuses on housing and recovery services for individuals. It also permits the department to make minor adjustments to the grant agreement without significantly changing the city's obligations or benefits.

Resolution authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) to execute a Grant Agreement with the California Board of State and Community Corrections (“BSCC”) for a total amount not to exceed $7,999,999 of Proposition 47 Grant Program, Cohort 4 grant funds; to retroactively accept and expend those funds for a program, entitled “Housing, Expungement and Recovery through Treatment and Support Services” or “HEARTTSS,” for costs incurred October 3, 2024, through June 30, 2028; and authorizing HSH to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the Grant Agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City or materially decrease the benefits to the City.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
11-0 /1
Resolution#250895
Oct 30, 2025

This resolution allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to accept and use up to $200,000 in grant funds from The Urban Institute to continue managing the Just Home Program from June 15, 2025, to September 30, 2026. It also permits HSH to make minor changes to the agreement without significantly impacting the city's obligations or benefits.

Resolution authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) to execute a Subgrant Agreement with The Urban Institute for a total amount not to exceed $200,000 of Just Home Cohort 1 Continuation Funds; to retroactively accept and expend those grant funds to support continued project management of the Just Home Program for costs incurred June 15, 2025, through September 30, 2026; and authorizing HSH to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the Subgrant Agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City or materially decrease the benefits to the City.

HousingBudget & Taxes
By Shamann Walton
13-0
Hearing#241077
Oct 30, 2025

This hearing will discuss the Mayor's choice to withhold $200,000 allocated for the HUD Tenant Outreach program, which the Board of Supervisors approved in July 2024. It also requests a report from the Mayor's Office and the Department of Building Inspection on this decision.

Hearing to discuss the Mayor's decision to not release the budgeted $200,000 for the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Tenant Outreach program, which was approved by the Board of Supervisors in July 2024; and requesting the Mayor's Office and the Department of Building Inspection to report.

HousingBudget & Taxes
By Shamann Walton
no vote
Ordinance#251003
Oct 29, 2025

Proposes a change to city law: Changing the the city's operating rules to state that it is City policy to expand the availability of Site-Based Permanent Supportive Housing (“PSH”) that prohibits on-site illicit drug use among residents (“Drug-Free PSH”) to meet the demand of people experiencing homelessness who prefer such a residential option.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to state that it is City policy to expand the availability of Site-Based Permanent Supportive Housing (“PSH”) that prohibits on-site illicit drug use among residents (“Drug-Free PSH”) to meet the demand of people experiencing homelessness who prefer such a residential option; require that City funding for new Site-Based PSH for people experiencing homelessness be used for Drug-Free PSH except where operation of the housing as Drug-Free PSH would conflict with standards imposed by law or by a condition of other funding, where the funding is for new construction, or the Board of Supervisors has waived the funding requirement based on specific findings; require the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) to survey residents of Site-Based PSH to assess their interest in living in either Drug-Tolerant PSH or Drug-Free PSH and report on the survey findings and HSH’s strategies to meet PSH residents’ demands; and require HSH to adopt rules and regulations establishing standards and protocols for evictions from City-funded Drug-Free Housing.

HousingBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
By Stephen Sherrill, Danny Sauter, Alan Wong
56-11 /3
Ordinance#250782
Oct 29, 2025

The ordinance creates a program to provide financial support, such as grants and loans, to small businesses affected by construction related to the city's residential rezoning efforts. It also establishes a fund to manage these resources and assigns oversight to specific city offices.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to create the Small Business Rezoning Construction Relief Program (“Program”) to provide financial support, including grants and loans, to businesses impacted by construction relating to the City residential rezoning program adopted in 2025-2026; establishing the Small Business Rezoning Construction Relief Fund (“Fund”) to receive monies for the Program; designating the Office of Small Business and Office of Economic and Workforce Development to administer the Fund and the Program and promulgate rules and regulations in furtherance of the Program; and amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to allow taxpayers to designate a portion of their gross receipts taxes for deposit in the Fund.

HousingBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
By Stephen Sherrill, Danny Sauter, Bilal Mahmood
30-0
Resolution#250972
Oct 29, 2025

This resolution allows the Human Services Agency to apply for and accept over $5.3 million in funding from the California Department of Housing and Community Development to support young adults in obtaining and keeping housing. The funds will be allocated to the Transitional Housing Program and the Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program.

Resolution authorizing the Human Services Agency, on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco, to apply for and accept the county allocation award under the California Department of Housing and Community Development Transitional Housing Program for an amount up to $4,741,224 and Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program for an amount up to $617,870 which provide funding to help young adults secure and maintain housing.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
13-0
Resolution#250976
Oct 29, 2025

This resolution approves a temporary reduction in rent for the International Terminal Duty Free and Luxury Store lease, lowering the percentage rent to 28% for revenues up to $100 million and 32% for revenues above that, along with a minimum annual guarantee of $25 million for 2026. These changes will apply for Lease Years 7 through 10, from 2026 to 2029.

Resolution approving Amendment No. 6 to the International Terminal Duty Free and Luxury Store Lease No. 17-0303 between DFS Group, L.P. and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, temporarily reducing Percentage Rent to 28% of Gross Revenues up to $100,000,000 and 32% for Gross Revenues above $100,000,000 for Lease Years 7, 8, 9, and 10 (Lease Years 2026 through 2029), and a temporary reduction in the Minimum Annual Guarantee (MAG) for the same period by establishing the MAG at $25,000,000 for 2026 (Lease Year 7), with annual adjustments as provided in the Lease, effective upon approval by the Board of Supervisors.

HousingBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
Passed
13-0
Resolution#251017
Oct 29, 2025

This resolution allows the Port of San Francisco to lease land for an observation wheel to SkyStar Wheel, LLC without going through the usual competitive bidding process. The lease will last for 18 months starting November 1, 2025, with an option to extend for another 18 months, generating an estimated $1.8 million in revenue.

Resolution exempting from the competitive bidding policy set forth in Administrative Code, Sections 2.6-1 and 23.33, approving Port Lease 17322 for the continued operation of an observation wheel at SeaWall Lot (SWL) 301 between the Port of San Francisco and SkyStar Wheel, LLC for a period of 18 months with one 18-month extension option, to commence on November 1, 2025, through April 30, 2027, for a monthly base rent of $11,000 with annual increases plus a percentage rent of 8%, for an estimated revenue of $1,800,000; and adopting environmental findings under the California Environmental Quality Act.

HousingBudget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
By Danny Sauter
13-0
Hearing#251067
Oct 29, 2025

This legislation is a hearing to discuss financial commitments made by private developers for housing projects at 2000-2070 Bryant Street and 681 Florida Street in the Mission District, including a $500,000 contribution for improvements to a community arts space. It also requests reports from various stakeholders involved in the developments.

Hearing regarding financial commitments made by private developers for housing developments at 2000-2070 Bryant Street and 681 Florida Street in the Mission District, including $500,000 in capital funding for tenant improvements to the community arts space at 681 Florida Street; and requesting Nick Podell, JRE Partners, Mission Economic Development Agency, Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Center, the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development, and the City Attorney’s Office to report.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Jackie Fielder
12-0 /1
Resolution#251089
Oct 28, 2025

This resolution allows specific city officials to seek donations for the India Basin Waterfront Park Initiative from various organizations for six months. It overrides the Behested Payment Ordinance to facilitate this fundraising effort.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor, the Mayor's Chief of Staff, Chief of Infrastructure, Assistant Chief of Infrastructure, Chief of Housing and Economic Development, Director of Public Affairs, and Policy Advisor, and the General Manager of the Recreation and Park Department (RPD), the Director and staff of RPD's Partnership Division, RPD's Director of Capital and Planning, RPD's India Basin Project Manager, and RPD's India Basin Equitable Development Plan Manager to solicit donations for the India Basin Waterfront Park Initiative from nonprofits, private organizations, grantmakers, and foundations for six months, effective upon approval of this Resolution, notwithstanding the Behested Payment Ordinance.

HousingBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
17-0
Ordinance#251046
Oct 28, 2025

The ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle lawsuits totaling $1,191,000 filed by several hospitality companies. These lawsuits were related to claims for attorneys' fees and other costs stemming from previous court decisions against the City.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuits filed by AGPME Tenant LLC, KPH Management LLC, Mangal Inc., Gajanan, Inc., Engage Hospitality LLC, Engage with SF Hospitality LLC, and Lombard Hospitality LLC against the City and County of San Francisco for $1,191,000; the lawsuits were filed on February 9, 2016, and September 16, 2016, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case Nos. CGC-16-554309, CGC-16-550354, CGC-16-550351, and CGC-16-554304, and California Court of Appeal Case Nos. A160539 and A168328; entitled Gajanan Inc. et al. v. City and County of San Francisco et al.; AGPME Tenant, LLC v. City and County of San Francisco et al.; KPH Management LLC et al. v. City and County of San Francisco et al.; and Mangal Inc. et al. v. City and County of San Francisco et al.; the remaining issues in the lawsuits involve claims for attorneys’ fees on the City’s appeal of the San Francisco Superior Court’s decision against the City on attorneys’ fees, claims for interest on the City’s attorneys’ fees payment, and claims for costs on appeal.

HousingBudget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
24-0 /1
Ordinance#251045
Oct 28, 2025

The ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $5,845,000 related to claims of elder abuse and violations of patients' rights involving over 700 residents of Laguna Honda Hospital. This lawsuit was filed in March 2020 and has now been resolved with this settlement.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Tommy O. Johnson, by and through his Attorney-in-Fact Rev. Doris White and John Doe, by and through his conservator Thomas O’Connor, on behalf of themselves and all others similarly situated, against the City and County of San Francisco for $5,845,000; the lawsuit was filed on March 24, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CPF-20-517064; entitled Tommy O. Johnson, by and through his Attorney-in-Fact Rev. Doris White and John Doe, by and through his conservator Thomas O’Connor, on behalf of themselves and all others similarly situated v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves claims of elder/dependent adult abuse, invasion of privacy, negligence, and violations of patients’ rights brought by over 700 former and current residents of Laguna Honda Hospital.

HousingPublic SafetyPublic Health
Passed
24-0 /1
Ordinance#251080
Oct 28, 2025

This ordinance allocates $3.5 million from the General Reserve to the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to enhance immigration legal defense and community response services for immigrants in the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The goal is to improve access to these essential services for the immigrant community.

Ordinance appropriating $3,500,000 from the General Reserve to the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to expand access to existing coordinated services for immigration legal defense and community response services to the immigrant community in Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Connie Chan, Danny Sauter, Bilal Mahmood
25-0
Resolution#251048
Oct 28, 2025

This resolution approves a settlement of $435,014.22 to Ript Labs, Inc. for claims related to a refund of gross receipts and homelessness gross receipts taxes filed against the City. The claims were submitted on July 22, 2025, and the resolution has been passed.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claims filed by Ript Labs, Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco for $435,014.22; the claims were filed on July 22, 2025; the claims involve a refund of gross receipts and homelessness gross receipts taxes.

HousingBudget & Taxes
Passed
14-0
Resolution#251049
Oct 28, 2025

This resolution extends a contract with Catholic Charities for HIV health services rental subsidies by five years and increases the funding by over $7 million, totaling approximately $13.4 million. It also allows the Department of Public Health to make minor adjustments to the agreement as needed.

Resolution approving Amendment No. 1 to the agreement between City, acting by and through, the Department of Public Health (DPH), and Catholic Charities, to provide HIV health services rental subsidies services, to extend the term by five years from June 30, 2026, for a total term of July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2031, and to increase the amount by $7,317,206 for a total not to exceed amount of $13,426,414; and to authorize DPH to enter into amendments or modifications to the agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the agreement or this Resolution.

HousingPublic Health
By Rafael Mandelman
14-0
Ordinance#251099
Oct 28, 2025

This ordinance updates the Planning Code by clarifying language and prohibiting massage establishments and sole practitioners from operating as accessory uses in residential areas. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to make various clarifying and typographical changes, and prohibit massage establishments and massage sole practitioner uses as accessory uses to residential 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 making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
27-0 /1
Ordinance#250946
Oct 28, 2025

This ordinance allocates nearly $5.77 million for affordable housing projects, funded primarily through tax increment revenue bonds related to Treasure Island. The funds will be held in reserve until the bonds are sold and proceeds are received in the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

Ordinance appropriating $5,769,288 consisting of $5,500,000 from the issuance of Treasure Island Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District (IRFD) No. 1 Tax Increment Revenue Bonds and $269,288 accumulated interest earnings from the Series 2022B and Series 2023B Treasure Island IRFD Bond to fund affordable housing projects to the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD), and placing these funds on Controller’s Reserve pending the sale of the Tax Increment Revenue Bonds and receipt of proceeds in Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Matt Dorsey
23-0
Ordinance#251081
Oct 28, 2025

This ordinance allows certain limited commercial businesses to expand in San Francisco, as long as they do not convert or demolish residential properties. It also gives the Zoning Administrator the authority to approve these expansions into rear yards while ensuring compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow Limited Commercial Uses to expand, provided the expansion does not result in conversion or demolition of residential uses, and allowing the Zoning Administrator to approve Limited Commercial Use expansions into the rear yard; 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.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Jackie Fielder
no vote
Hearing#251090
Oct 28, 2025

The proposed initiative ordinance aimed to increase taxes on ridesharing and ride-hailing services, adjust certain tax exemptions, and modify the executive pay ratio calculation for tax purposes, starting January 1, 2027. However, this hearing has been withdrawn and will not proceed to the voters for consideration.

Hearing to consider the proposed Initiative Ordinance submitted by four or more Supervisors to the voters for the November 3, 2026, Election, entitled "Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code, beginning January 1, 2027, to: 1) increase the gross receipts tax (Article 12-A-1) rates for ridesharing and ride hailing services, 2) make the administrative office taxes inapplicable to providers of those ridesharing and ride hailing services for purposes of the Article 12-A-1 tax, the homelessness gross receipts tax (Article 28), and the overpaid executive gross receipts tax (Article 33), 3) increase the Article 33 tax rates, and 4) change the method for determining the executive pay ratio for purposes of calculating the Article 33 tax; and increasing the City's appropriations limit by the amounts collected under Article 12-A-1 for ridesharing and ride hailing services and by the amounts collected under Article 33, for four years from November 3, 2026." Comment (Economic Impact; No Economic Analysis Report)

HousingBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
By Connie Chan, Jackie Fielder, Shamann Walton
no vote
Ordinance#250892
Oct 27, 2025

This ordinance changes the approval process for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in San Francisco by eliminating appeals to the Board of Appeals and increasing size limits for certain new detached ADUs on single-family lots. It also confirms compliance with state law and local planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Business and Tax Regulations Code to modify the City’s State-mandated Accessory Dwelling Unit (“ADU”) approval process and conform to changes to State ADU law, including by removing any appeal to the Board of Appeals, and increasing size limits for certain detached, new construction ADUs on a lot containing a single-family dwelling; 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.

HousingBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
By Bilal Mahmood
23-0
Ordinance#250960
Oct 27, 2025

This ordinance repeals the existing 2022 Building Code and replaces it with the new 2025 Building Code, which includes updates from the 2025 California Building Code and Residential Code, tailored for San Francisco. It will take effect on January 1, 2026, and the Clerk will send the necessary documents to the California Building Standards Commission.

Ordinance repealing the 2022 Building Code in its entirety and enacting a 2025 Building Code consisting of the 2025 California Building Code and the 2025 California Residential Code, as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings and findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code; providing for an operative date of January 1, 2026; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward the legislation to the California Building Standards Commission as required by State law.

HousingPublic HealthEnvironment
Passed
23-0
Ordinance#250975
Oct 27, 2025

This ordinance updates the Housing Code to align with the new 2025 Building Inspection Codes and will take effect on January 1, 2026. It also confirms that the Planning Department has complied with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Housing Code to update references to provisions of the 2025 Building Inspection Codes; providing an operative date of January 1, 2026; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

HousingEnvironment
Passed
23-0
Ordinance#250812
Oct 27, 2025

This ordinance requires the Arts Commission to create a certification process to identify San Francisco artists who qualify for affordable housing. The goal is to support artists in securing housing that is financially accessible.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Arts Commission to develop and administer a certification process to identify artists in San Francisco who may be eligible for affordable housing for artists.

HousingGovernance & Elections
By Stephen Sherrill, Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
36-0 /2
Ordinance#250808
Oct 27, 2025

The ordinance aimed to define "Legacy Business" and require special approval before replacing such businesses in specific districts, while allowing businesses operating for 15 years to qualify as Legacy Businesses. It has failed to pass.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to define Legacy Business and to require conditional use authorization prior to replacing a Legacy Business with a new non-residential use in certain Neighborhood Commercial, Named Neighborhood Commercial, and Neighborhood Commercial Transit Districts, and in the Chinatown Mixed Use Districts; amending the Administrative Code to allow a business that has been operating for 15 years to qualify as a Legacy Business; 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 welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan, Shamann Walton
24-5
Motion#251022
Oct 27, 2025

This motion appoints Thomas James Rocca to the Homelessness Oversight Commission, with his term set to end on May 1, 2029. The commission oversees efforts and policies related to homelessness in San Francisco.

Motion appointing Thomas James Rocca, term ending May 1, 2029, to the Homelessness Oversight Commission.

HousingGovernance & Elections
Passed
11-2 /1
Motion#251028
Oct 27, 2025

This motion approves the Mayor's choice of Obai Rambo to serve on the Homelessness Oversight Commission until May 1, 2027. The motion has been passed by the city.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Obai Rambo to the Homelessness Oversight Commission, term ending May 1, 2027.

HousingGovernance & Elections
Passed
16-0 /2
Motion#251029
Oct 27, 2025

This motion approves the Mayor's choice of Dontaye Ball to serve on the Homelessness Oversight Commission until May 1, 2029. The motion has been passed by the city.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Dontaye Ball to the Homelessness Oversight Commission, term ending May 1, 2029.

HousingGovernance & Elections
Passed
16-0 /2
Ordinance#250698
Oct 27, 2025

This ordinance approves a development agreement for a project at specific locations in San Francisco, which includes the payment of over $4.3 million for affordable housing and compliance with various city codes. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and environmental regulations.

Ordinance approving a Development Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and EQX Jackson SQ Holdco LLC for the development of a project on certain real property known as 425 Washington Street, 439-445 Washington Street, 530 Sansome Street, and 447 Battery Street, and generally bounded by Sansome Street to the west, Washington Street to the north, Battery Street to the east, and Merchant Street to the south; approving certain impact fees and accepting and appropriating a $4,310,710 additional affordable housing payment; confirming compliance with or waiving certain provisions of the Administrative Code, Planning Code, Public Works Code, Labor and Employment Code, and Health Code; ratifying past actions and authorizing future actions in furtherance of this Ordinance, as defined herein; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of conformity with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1(b); and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and general welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
By Danny Sauter
26-0
Ordinance#250803
Oct 27, 2025

The ordinance approves a financial assistance agreement for the development of a mixed-use tower and fire station at specified locations in San Francisco, providing up to $86 million over 25 years based on new hotel tax revenues. It also waives certain administrative code requirements and confirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance approving a Hotel and Fire Station Development Incentive Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and EQX Jackson SQ Holdco LLC for the 530 Sansome Mixed Use Tower and Fire Station 13 Development Project, to provide financial assistance of up to $86,089,195 in net present value over 25 years calculated for measurement purposes only as a percentage of new Transient Occupancy Taxes the City actually receives from occupancy of guest rooms in a proposed new hotel, related to the development and operation of a project on certain real property known as 425 Washington Street, 439-445 Washington Street, 530 Sansome Street, and 447 Battery Street, and generally bounded by Sansome Street to the west, Washington Street to the north, Battery Street to the east, and Merchant Street to the south; waiving Chapter 21G of the Administrative Code; ratifying past actions and authorizing future actions in furtherance of this Ordinance, as defined herein; and adopting the Board of Supervisors’ findings under the California Environmental Quality Act and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Danny Sauter
26-0
Ordinance#250810
Oct 24, 2025

This ordinance allows affordable housing projects and some other developments in San Francisco to postpone paying certain administrative fees. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Building Code to allow affordable housing projects and certain other projects to defer payment of certain administrative fees; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

HousingBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Connie Chan, Danny Sauter, Bilal Mahmood
23-0
Ordinance#250657
Oct 24, 2025

This ordinance allows certain residential development projects to delay paying impact fees until they receive their first occupancy certificate. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Building and Planning Codes to comply with California Government Code, Section 66007, by postponing the collection of development impact fees for designated residential development projects to the date of first certificate of occupancy or first temporary certificate of occupancy, whichever occurs first; 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.

HousingBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
By Stephen Sherrill, Bilal Mahmood, Matt Dorsey
21-2
Resolution#250990
Oct 24, 2025

This resolution approves an amendment to the lease for Muni operations at the Salesforce Transit Center, extending the lease until December 31, 2050, with options for two additional ten-year extensions. It also allows the Director of Transportation to make necessary changes to the lease that do not significantly increase costs or reduce benefits for the city.

Resolution approving a First Amendment to the Lease Agreement with the Transbay Joint Powers Authority for continued Muni operations at the Salesforce Transit Center, located at First and Mission Streets, for a term effective upon approval of this Resolution through December 31, 2050, with two ten-year extension options and a current estimated annual operating charge of $1,203,280; and to authorize the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency’s Director of Transportation to enter into any extensions, amendments, or modifications to the Lease Amendment that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City or materially reduce the benefits and are necessary or advisable to effectuate the purposes of the Lease, as modified by the Lease Amendment or this Resolution.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Resolution#250921
Oct 24, 2025

This resolution adds the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, the Controller’s Office, and DataSF to the list of city departments recognized as Health Care Components under HIPAA. This designation allows these departments to handle health-related information in compliance with federal privacy regulations.

Resolution accepting the report of the City Administrator and adding the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, the Controller’s Office, and DataSF to the previous designation that included the Department of Public Health, Fire Department, Health Service System, City Attorney, Treasurer-Tax Collector and Department of Technology, as Health Care Components under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), pursuant to Administrative Code, Chapter 22H.

HousingPublic SafetyPublic Health
Passed
13-0
Ordinance#250814
Oct 23, 2025

The ordinance vacates certain unimproved street areas on Moraga and Noriega Avenues, determining they are not needed for city use, while reserving easements for a city-owned retaining wall. It also rezones specific city properties and adjacent parcels to facilitate residential development and align with city planning policies.

Ordinance ordering the summary street vacation of City property on unimproved street areas of Moraga and Noriega Avenues; finding the street vacation area is not necessary for the City’s use; reserving easements related to support for the City-owned retaining wall from the street vacation properties and including other conditions to the street vacation; amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to rezone the City property identified as Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2042, Lot No. 039, from P (Public) and RH-2 (Residential Housing Two-Family)/OS (Open Space) to RH-2/40-X and Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2042, Lot No. 40, from RH-1 (Residential Housing One-Family) and RH-2/OS to RH-2/40-X, and to rezone parcels on Kensington Way adjacent to Vasquez Avenue shown on Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2923, Lot Nos. 010A and 024-027, from RH-1(D) (Residential Housing One-Family Detached Dwellings)/40-X to Public/Open Space; affirming the Planning Commission’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of the Planning Code, Section 101.1; and adopting findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
28-0
Ordinance#250815
Oct 21, 2025

The ordinance allows the City to waive certain housing fees and requirements for residential and neighborhood commercial projects outside specific areas if the developer agrees to rent control for all units. It also permits these projects to meet inclusionary housing requirements by dedicating land to the City and mandates periodic reports to the Planning Commission.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow the City to waive the Inclusionary Housing Fee and other requirements in certain residential and neighborhood commercial districts outside of the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use District (SUD) in exchange for a project sponsor’s agreement to subject all units in the project to rent control; and allow projects in certain residential and neighborhood commercial districts outside of the Priority Equity Geographies SUD to comply with the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance by dedicating land to the City; requiring periodic reports to the Planning Commission; 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 public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
By Alan Wong, Myrna Melgar
27-0 /1
Resolution#251027
Oct 21, 2025

This resolution approves an amendment to the advertising lease at the airport, allowing Clear Channel Outdoor to promote large sporting events and establishing a new rent structure for those advertising spaces. It has been passed by the city.

Resolution approving Amendment No. 3 to the Airport Advertising Lease No. 12-0231 between Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC d/b/a Clear Channel Airports, as tenant, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, as landlord, for the addition of premises solely for the promotion of large sporting events and establishing a new rent structure for those locations.

HousingGovernance & Elections
Passed
13-0
Resolution#251054
Oct 21, 2025

The resolution authorizes the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to enter into an agreement with the California Department of Housing and Community Development for a $45 million grant to improve infrastructure for three major housing projects in San Francisco. These projects aim to develop a total of up to 8,345 housing units, including public, affordable, and market-rate options, over the next several years.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to execute a Standard Agreement with California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD” or “Department”) under the Infill Infrastructure Grant Program - Catalytic Qualifying Infill Area for a total award of $45,000,000 disbursed by HCD as a grant to the City for infrastructure improvements for the housing development related to the revitalization and master development of up to 1770 units of replacement public housing, affordable housing and market rate housing, commonly known as the Sunnydale HOPE SF Development (“Sunnydale Project”); the housing development related to the revitalization and master development of up to 8,000 units of affordable housing and market rate housing, commonly known as the Treasure Island Project (“Treasure Island Project”); and the housing development related to the mixed-use urban village, including up to 1575 units of affordable and market rate housing commonly known as the India Basin Development (“India Basin Project”), for the period starting on the execution date of the Standard Agreement through June 30, 2031, and any and all other documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate, as defined herein.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
13-0
Ordinance#250966
Oct 20, 2025

This ordinance updates various city planning elements to support the Family Housing Zoning Program, which includes changes to building heights, density, and design guidelines. It also amends the Local Coastal Program to align with these housing initiatives and requires the Planning Director to send the ordinance to the Coastal Commission.

Ordinance amending the General Plan to revise the Urban Design Element, Commerce and Industry Element, Transportation Element, Balboa Park Station Area Plan, Glen Park Community Plan, Market and Octavia Area Plan, Northeastern Waterfront Plan, Van Ness Avenue Area Plan, Western SoMa (South of Market) Area Plan, Western Shoreline Area Plan, Downtown Area Plan, and Land Use Index, to implement the Family Housing Zoning Program, including the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program, by adjusting guidelines regarding building heights, density, design, and other matters; amending the City’s Local Coastal Program to implement the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program and other associated changes in the City’s Coastal Zone, and directing the Planning Director to transmit the Ordinance to the Coastal Commission upon enactment; 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 welfare under Planning Code, Section 340.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
22-11 /1
Ordinance#250700
Oct 20, 2025

The ordinance changes zoning classifications for various properties in San Francisco to support the Family Zoning Plan, allowing for more residential and commercial development in specific areas. It also updates height limits and designations for properties in the Coastal Zone and includes findings related to environmental quality and city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Zoning Map to implement the Family Zoning Plan by: amending the Zoning Use District Maps to: 1) reclassify certain properties currently zoned as various types of Residential to Residential Transit Oriented - Commercial (RTO-C); 2) reclassify properties currently zoned Residential Transit Oriented (RTO) to Residential Transit Oriented - 1 (RTO-1); 3) reclassify certain properties from Residential districts other than RTO to RTO-1; 4) reclassify certain properties currently zoned Neighborhood Commercial (NC) or Public (P) to Community Business (C-2); and 5) reclassify certain properties from Public to Mixed-Use or Neighborhood Commercial Districts; amending the Height and Bulk Map to: 1) reclassify properties in the Family Zoning Plan to R-4 Height and Bulk District, except for properties with structures designated as landmarks or contributors to historic districts pursuant to Article 10; 2) change the height limits on certain lots in the R-4 Height and Bulk District; and 3) designating various parcels to be included in the Non-Contiguous San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Sites Special Use District (SFMTA SUD); amending the Local Coastal Program to: 1) reclassify all properties in the Coastal Zone to R-4 Height and Bulk District; 2) reclassify certain properties to RTO-C and Neighborhood Commercial District; 3) designate one parcel as part of the SFMTA SUD; and 4) directing the Planning Director to transmit the Ordinance to the Coastal Commission upon enactment; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings under the City’s Local Coastal Program and the California Coastal Act of 1976.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
By Danny Sauter, Bilal Mahmood, Matt Dorsey
22-11 /1
Ordinance#250701
Oct 20, 2025

The ordinance creates the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program to encourage housing development and modifies zoning regulations to increase building height and density in certain neighborhoods. It also includes provisions for parking requirements, business relocation, and protections for historic buildings, among other changes.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to: 1) create the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program to incent housing development through a local bonus program and by adopting a Housing Sustainability District, 2) modify height and bulk limits to provide for additional capacity in well-resourced neighborhoods, and to allow additional height and bulk for projects using the local bonus program, 3) require only buildings taller than 85 feet in certain Districts to reduce ground level wind currents, 4) make conforming changes to the RH (Residential, House), RM (Residential, Mixed), and RC (Residential-Commercial) District zoning tables to reflect the changes to density controls, and parking requirements made in this Ordinance, 5) create the RTO-C (Residential Transit Oriented-Commercial) District, 6) implement the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Transit-Oriented Communities Policy by making changes to parking requirements, minimum residential densities, and minimum office intensities, and requiring maximum dwelling unit sizes, 7) revise off-street parking and curb cut obligations citywide, 8) create the Non-contiguous San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Sites Special Use District, 9) permit businesses displaced by new construction to relocate without a conditional use authorization and waive development impact fees for those businesses, 10) make technical amendments to the Code to implement the above changes, 11) make conforming changes to zoning tables in various Districts, including the Neighborhood Commercial District and Mixed Use Districts, 12) prohibit Lot mergers on Lots with Historic Buildings, subject to certain preservation obligations, and 13) reduce usable open space and bicycle parking requirements for senior housing; amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code regarding the Board of Appeals’ review of permits in the Housing Choice Program Housing Sustainability District; also, amending the Local Coastal Program to implement the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program and other associated changes in the City’s Coastal Zone, and directing the Planning Director to transmit the Ordinance to the Coastal Commission upon enactment; 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 public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Passed
54-20 /1
Ordinance#251072
Oct 20, 2025

The ordinance aimed to create a program to encourage housing development in San Francisco by modifying zoning laws, adjusting height limits, and changing parking requirements. It also included provisions for displaced businesses and made various technical amendments to the Planning Code, but it has been killed and will not be enacted.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to: 1) create the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program to incent housing development through a local bonus program and by adopting a Housing Sustainability District, 2) modify height and bulk limits to provide for additional capacity in well-resourced neighborhoods, and to allow additional height and bulk for projects using the local bonus program, 3) require only buildings taller than 85 feet in certain Districts to reduce ground level wind currents, 4) make conforming changes to the RH (Residential, House), RM (Residential, Mixed), and RC (Residential-Commercial) District zoning tables to reflect the changes to density controls, and parking requirements made in this ordinance, 5) create the RTO-C (Residential Transit Oriented-Commercial) District, 6) implement the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Transit-Oriented Communities Policy by making changes to parking requirements, minimum residential densities, and minimum office intensities, and requiring maximum dwelling unit sizes, 7) revise off-street parking and curb cut obligations citywide, 8) create the Non-contiguous San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Sites Special Use District, 9) permit businesses displaced by new construction to relocate without a conditional use authorization and waive development impact fees for those businesses, 10) make technical amendments to the Code to implement the above changes, 11) make conforming changes to zoning tables in various Districts, including the Neighborhood Commercial District and Mixed Use Districts, prohibit Lot mergers on Lots with Category A historic resources, subject to certain preservation obligations, and 13) reduce usable open space and bicycle parking requirements for senior housing; amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code regarding the Board of Appeals’ review of permits in the Housing Choice Program Housing Sustainability District; also, amending the Local Coastal Program to implement the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program and other associated changes in the City’s Coastal Zone, and directing the Planning Director to transmit the ordinance to the Coastal Commission upon enactment; 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 public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Killed
8-1
Ordinance#251071
Oct 20, 2025

The ordinance aimed to change zoning classifications for various properties in San Francisco to promote family housing and commercial use, while also adjusting height limits and designating certain areas for transportation agency use. It was ultimately rejected and is no longer in effect.

Ordinance amending the Zoning Map to implement the Family Zoning Plan by: amending the Zoning Use District Maps to: 1) reclassify certain properties currently zoned as various types of Residential to Residential Transit Oriented - Commercial (RTO-C), except for properties located in the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use District (“PEG SUD”); 2) reclassify properties currently zoned Residential Transit Oriented (RTO) to Residential Transit Oriented - 1 (RTO-1); 3) reclassify certain properties from Residential districts other than RTO to RTO-1, except for properties located in the PEG SUD; 4) reclassify certain properties currently zoned Neighborhood Commercial (NC) or Public (P) to Community Business (C-2) , except for properties located in the PEG SUD; and 5) reclassify certain properties from Public to Mixed-Use or Neighborhood Commercial Districts, except for properties located in the PEG SUD; amending the Height and Bulk Map to: 1) reclassify properties in the Family Zoning Plan to R-4 Height and Bulk District, except for properties located in the PEG SUD; 2) change the height limits on certain lots in the R-4 Height and Bulk District, except for properties located in the PEG SUD; and 3) designating various parcels to be included in the Non-Contiguous San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Sites Special Use District (SFMTA SUD); amending the Local Coastal Program to: 1) reclassify all properties in the Coastal Zone south of Lincoln Way to R-4 Height and Bulk District; 2) reclassify certain properties south of Lincoln Way to RTO-C and Neighborhood Commercial District; and 3) directing the Planning Director to transmit the Ordinance to the Coastal Commission upon enactment; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings under the City’s Local Coastal Program and the California Coastal Act of 1976.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
By Danny Sauter, Bilal Mahmood, Matt Dorsey
12-0
Ordinance#251073
Oct 20, 2025

The ordinance aimed to create a program to encourage housing development in San Francisco by modifying zoning laws, increasing building heights in certain neighborhoods, and changing parking requirements. It also included provisions for displaced businesses and adjustments to various planning codes, but it has been killed and will not be enacted.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to: 1) create the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program to incent housing development through a local bonus program and by adopting a Housing Sustainability District, 2) modify height and bulk limits to provide for additional capacity in well-resourced neighborhoods, and to allow additional height and bulk for projects using the local bonus program, 3) require only buildings taller than 85 feet in certain Districts to reduce ground level wind currents, 4) make conforming changes to the RH (Residential, House), RM (Residential, Mixed), and RC (Residential-Commercial) District zoning tables to reflect the changes to density controls, and parking requirements made in this ordinance, 5) create the RTO-C (Residential Transit Oriented-Commercial) District, 6) implement the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Transit-Oriented Communities Policy by making changes to parking requirements, minimum residential densities, and minimum office intensities, and requiring maximum dwelling unit sizes, 7) revise off-street parking and curb cut obligations citywide, 8) create the Non-contiguous San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Sites Special Use District (SFMTA SUD), 9) permit businesses displaced by new construction to relocate without a conditional use authorization and waive development impact fees for those businesses, 10) make technical amendments to the Code to implement the above changes, 11) make conforming changes to zoning tables in various Districts, including the Neighborhood Commercial District and Mixed Use Districts, and 12) reduce usable open space and bicycle parking requirements for senior housing; amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code regarding the Board of Appeals’ review of permits in the Housing Choice Program Housing Sustainability District; amending the Administrative Code to set Board policy regarding the sale or lease of properties within the SFMTA SUD; also, amending the Local Coastal Program to implement the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program and other associated changes in the City’s Coastal Zone, and directing the Planning Director to transmit the ordinance to the Coastal Commission upon enactment; 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 public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Killed
18-0
Resolution#250874
Oct 16, 2025

This resolution approves an amendment to a lease agreement that allows for three new retail locations at Terminal 2 of the airport, extending the lease for 12 years starting October 1, 2025. The minimum annual payment of $2,300,000 will remain unchanged.

Resolution approving Amendment No. 1 to the Terminal 2 Retail Market and Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Specialty Retail Stores Concession Lease No. 20-0156 between MRG San Francisco Terminal 2, LLC, as tenant, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, as landlord, for the addition of three locations to the premises of the Terminal 2 retail market, for a term of 12 years to commence on October 1, 2025, through October 1, 2037, with no adjustment to the Minimum Annual Guarantee of $2,300,000.

HousingGovernance & Elections
Passed
12-0
Resolution#250930
Oct 16, 2025

This resolution allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to amend a grant agreement with the San Francisco Health Plan to enhance services in permanent supportive housing, extending the agreement through December 31, 2025, and increasing funding by $2,820,000. It also permits automatic yearly renewals and authorizes HSH to make minor adjustments to the agreement as needed.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) to enter into a Grant Agreement Amendment effective July 1, 2025, between the City and County of San Francisco (“City”), acting by and through HSH, and the San Francisco Health Plan, to continue to provide enhanced onsite services in permanent supportive housing and data integration under the Housing and Homelessness Incentive Program; amending the existing term of the Grant Agreement through December 31, 2025, with automatic one-year term renewals effective January 1st of each year until the Grant Agreement is terminated by either party; increasing the grant amount by $2,820,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $6,047,884; and authorizing HSH to enter into any amendments or other modifications to the amendment that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities, or materially decrease the benefits to the City and are necessary or advisable to effectuate the purposes of the agreement.

HousingBudget & TaxesPublic Health
By Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Resolution#250933
Oct 16, 2025

This resolution accepts a report outlining strategies for preserving African American culture, housing, and economic sustainability in the African American Arts and Cultural District. It is part of the city's efforts to support and enhance the community's cultural heritage and economic viability.

Resolution accepting the African American Arts and Cultural District’s Cultural History, Housing, and Economic Sustainability Strategy Report (CHHESS) under Administrative Code, Section 107.5.

HousingEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
By Connie Chan, Bilal Mahmood, Myrna Melgar
13-0
Resolution#250989
Oct 16, 2025

This resolution extends the time by 90 days for the Building Inspection Commission to decide on an ordinance that allows project sponsors to postpone certain fees for Accessory Dwelling Units. It also confirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Resolution retroactively extending by 90 days the prescribed time within which the Building Inspection Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 250718) amending the Planning and Building Codes to allow project sponsors to defer payment of certain fees for Accessory Dwelling Units; 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.

HousingLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Bilal Mahmood
9-0 /1
Resolution#250896
Oct 15, 2025

This resolution approves an extension and increase in funding for shelter services at 711 Post Street, allowing Urban Alchemy to continue operations until March 31, 2026, with a total funding of up to $27,594,252. It also gives the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing the authority to make minor adjustments to the agreement as needed.

Resolution approving the third amendment to the grant agreement between Urban Alchemy and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) for shelter services and operations at 711 Post Street; extending the grant term by six months from September 30, 2025, for a total term of March 21, 2022, through March 31, 2026; increasing the agreement amount by $4,879,570 for a total amount not to exceed $27,594,252; and authorizing HSH to enter into any amendments or other modifications to the amendment that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities, or materially decrease the benefits to the City and are necessary or advisable to effectuate the purposes of the Agreement.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
13-0
Resolution#250790
Oct 10, 2025

This resolution expresses San Francisco's interest in creating an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) to help fund affordable housing in well-resourced neighborhoods. It also asks various city offices to look into establishing the EIFD and other financing methods.

Resolution expressing interest in forming an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) to support funding Affordable Housing in Well-Resourced Neighborhoods and requesting the Controller’s Office, Office of Economic Workforce Development, and Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to explore options for establishing an EIFD and other innovative financing options.

HousingTransportationBusiness & Economy
By Stephen Sherrill, Myrna Melgar
12-1
Ordinance#250926
Oct 7, 2025

The ordinance requires property owners to replace any residential units they demolish and provides relocation assistance to affected tenants, especially those with lower incomes. It also establishes stricter conditions for demolition permits and enhances tenant protections against harassment and improper buyout agreements.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to 1) require property owners seeking to demolish residential units to replace all units that are being demolished; 2) prohibit demolition permits for five years if a tenant vacated a unit in the building to be demolished due to harassment or under an improper buyout agreement, subject to certain conditions; 3) require relocation assistance to affected occupants of units being demolished and to former occupants of those units who vacated due to certain buyout agreements, owner move-ins, pursuant to the Ellis Act, or due to serious and imminent hazards, with additional assistance and protections for lower-income tenants; 4) modify the Planning Code definition of demolition; 5) modify the conditional use criteria that apply to projects to demolish residential units; amending the Administrative Code to 6) require landlords to provide additional relocation assistance to lower-income tenants who are being required to vacate temporarily due to capital improvements or rehabilitation work; 7) update the standards and procedures for hearings related to tenant harassment; 8) require additional disclosures in buyout agreements; 9) require an additional disclosure in notice of intent to withdraw units under the Ellis Act; 10) making various non-substantive changes and clarifications; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan, Stephen Sherrill, Danny Sauter
36-0 /1
Hearing#250993
Oct 7, 2025

This legislation involves a hearing to discuss shelter services at 711 Post Street and to evaluate Urban Alchemy's compliance with financial and contract requirements. It also requests a report from the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing on these matters.

Hearing to receive information on options for shelter services and operations at 711 Post Street, and Urban Alchemy’s progress towards compliance with the City’s fiscal monitoring and contract monitoring requirements; and requesting the Department of Homelessness and Supporting Housing to report.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Danny Sauter
3-0
Ordinance#250720
Oct 6, 2025

Proposes a change to city law: Changing the the city's operating rules to change the name of the Status of Women Domestic Violence Program Fund to the Domestic Violence Shelter-Based Program Fund.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to change the name of the Status of Women Domestic Violence Program Fund to the Domestic Violence Shelter-Based Program Fund; revise the purpose of the Fund; establish the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development, or other agency designated by the Mayor, as administrator of the Fund with delegated duties; and update provisions regarding the Fund to reflect state law changes relating to fees collected by the County Clerk for the Fund.

HousingBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
First Reading
9-0 /2
Ordinance#250680
Oct 6, 2025

This ordinance waives certain development fees in the Market and Octavia Area to encourage construction and amends the local planning code regarding community advisory committees and definitions. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's general planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to waive certain development impact fees in the Market and Octavia Area Plan (the Market and Octavia Area Plan and Upper Market Neighborhood Commercial District Affordable Housing Fee, the Market and Octavia Community Improvements Fund, the Van Ness & Market Affordable Housing and Neighborhood Infrastructure Fee, and the Van Ness & Market Community Facilities Fee), to amend the Van Ness & Market Residential Special Use District, to provide that the Market and Octavia Community Advisory Committee shall sunset six months after the effective date of this Ordinance, and to make conforming amendments to some of the definitions in Planning Code, Section 401; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
By Bilal Mahmood, Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
21-4 /1
Ordinance#250576
Oct 6, 2025

This ordinance reduces the tax rates on gross receipts from telecommunications businesses by reclassifying them to a lower tax category starting January 1, 2026. It also allows these businesses to continue receiving tax credits for opening physical locations in designated areas of the city.

Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to reduce the tax rates on gross receipts from telecommunications business activities by moving those activities from Category 5 to Category 4, beginning January 1, 2026, for purposes of the gross receipts tax and the homelessness gross receipts tax; and to retain taxpayers’ eligibility to take the tax credit for opening a physical location in designated areas of the City, as applied to gross receipts from telecommunications business activities.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
22-0 /1
Ordinance#250779
Oct 6, 2025

This ordinance sets rules for Below Market Rate Condominium Conversion Units, including how resale prices are determined, costs for improvements, and policies for inheritance and refinancing. It clarifies requirements that will apply to these units purchased after October 1, 2025.

Ordinance amending the Subdivision Code to establish procedures regarding resale prices, capital improvement costs, marketing and sales, policies for conveyance through inheritance, title changes, owning, occupying, and refinancing Below Market Rate Condominium Conversion Units (BMR Units), and clarifying effective dates for requirements applicable to BMR Units under Subdivision Code, Section 1344, purchased on or after October 1, 2025.

Housing
Passed
22-0 /1
Resolution#250872
Oct 6, 2025

This resolution allows the Fleet Management Department to lease a property at 1908-1950 Innes Avenue for six years starting October 1, 2025, at an annual rent of $631,800, with options for rent increases and tenant improvements. It also authorizes the Director of Property to make necessary amendments to the lease without significantly increasing costs or reducing benefits to the City.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the Fleet Management Department (“Central Shops”), to execute a Lease Agreement for 1908-1950 Innes Avenue for a term of six years to commence on October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2031, with one five-year option to extend the term with Innes Group, LLC, at a base annual rent of $631,800 per year (approximately $21.60 per square foot) with three percent annual rent increases, and the City will contribute up to an additional $349,092 for tenant improvements; and authorizing the Director of Property to execute any amendments or modifications to the Lease including exercising options to extend the agreement term, make certain modifications and take certain actions that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City, do not materially decrease the benefits to the City, and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.

HousingBudget & Taxes
Passed
13-0
Resolution#250876
Oct 6, 2025

This resolution sets a property tax rate of $1.18268325 for every $100 of taxable property value in San Francisco, which will fund various local agencies and districts. It also establishes specific pass-through rates for residential tenants based on when their tenancy began, effective for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

Resolution levying property taxes at a combined rate of $1.18268325 on each $100 valuation of taxable property for the City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco Unified School District, San Francisco County Office of Education, San Francisco Community College District, Bay Area Rapid Transit District, and Bay Area Air Quality Management District; and establishing pass-through rates per $100 of assessed value for residential tenants and based on tenancy commencement dates pursuant to Administrative Code, Chapter 37, for the Fiscal Year (FY) ending June 30, 2026.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
13-0
Resolution#250898
Oct 3, 2025

The resolution approves the purchase of real property at 1660 and 1670 Mission Street for $18.53 million, including closing costs. It also authorizes the Director of Property to finalize the purchase agreement and confirms that the transaction aligns with environmental and planning regulations.

Resolution 1) approving and authorizing the Director of Property to acquire certain real property located at 1660 and 1670 Mission Street (“Property”); 2) approving and authorizing an Agreement of Purchase and Sale for Real Estate for the acquisition of the Property for the purchase price of $18,500,000 plus an estimated $30,000 for typical closing costs, for a total amount of $18,530,000 from 290 Division (EAT) LLC, 1660 Mission LLC, a California limited liability company, and Skyline Capital, a Wyoming limited liability company (“Purchase Agreement”); 3) authorizing the Director of Property to execute the Purchase Agreement, make certain modifications, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution and the Purchase Agreement, as defined herein, effective upon approval of this Resolution; 4) affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and 5) adopting the Planning Department’s findings that the Purchase Agreement, and the transaction contemplated therein, is consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
13-0