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Resolution#231281
Dec 29, 2023

This resolution addresses the non-renewal of a historical property contract for The Warfield Building at 988 Market Street. It notifies the Assessor Recorder’s Office and authorizes the Planning Director to inform the property owners and record the non-renewal.

Resolution regarding non-renewal of a Mills Act historical property contract with 140 Partners, L.P., a California Limited Partnership and Marlin Cove, Inc., a California corporation, the owners of 988 Market Street, The Warfield Building, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0342, Lot No. 019, under Chapter 71 of the San Francisco Administrative Code; notifying the Assessor Recorder’s Office of such non-renewal; and authorizing the Planning Director to send notice of the non-renewal of the historical property contract to the owner and record a notice of non-renewal.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#231216
Dec 29, 2023

This ordinance designates the Westwood Park Entrance Gateways and Pillars as a Landmark to protect their historical significance. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's planning priorities.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Westwood Park Entrance Gateways and Pillars, located at the intersections of Miramar Avenue and Monterey Boulevard, Miramar Avenue and Ocean Avenue, and Judson Avenue and Frida Kahlo Way, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; 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.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Myrna Melgar
11-0
Ordinance#231006
Dec 27, 2023

This ordinance establishes the 900 Kearny Street Special Use District, which modifies the Planning Code and Zoning Map to regulate land use in that area. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to create the 900 Kearny Street Special Use District; 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.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#230505
Dec 22, 2023

This ordinance creates a special use district for the redevelopment of a cultural center at Wawona Street and 45th Avenue, including updates to the Planning Code and Zoning Map. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and consistency with the city's General Plan.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2513, Lot No. 026) to facilitate the redevelopment of a cultural center; amending the Zoning Map to show the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District; amending the Local Coastal Program to add the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District, subject to certification by the California Coastal Commission; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1 and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
15-0
Ordinance#230446
Dec 22, 2023

The ordinance amends the Planning Code to streamline housing production by exempting certain projects from review processes, removing conditional use requirements for various housing types, and adjusting zoning regulations to facilitate development. It also expands eligibility for housing programs, allows more ground floor uses in residential buildings, and updates regulations for affordable housing projects.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to encourage housing production by (1) exempting, under certain conditions, specified housing projects from the notice and review procedures of Section 311 and the Conditional Use requirement of Section 317, in areas outside of Priority Equity Geographies, which are identified in the Housing Element as areas or neighborhoods with a high density of vulnerable populations; 2) removing the Conditional Use requirement for several types of housing projects, including housing developments on large lots in areas outside the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use District, projects that build additional units in lower density zoning districts, and senior housing projects that seek to obtain double density; 3) amending rear yard, front setback, lot frontage, minimum lot size, and residential open space requirements in specified districts; 4) allowing additional uses on the ground floor in residential buildings, homeless shelters, and group housing in residential districts, and administrative review of reasonable accommodations; 5) expanding the eligibility for the Housing Opportunities Mean Equity - San Francisco (HOME - SF) program and density exceptions in residential districts; 6) exempting certain affordable housing projects from certain development fees; 7) authorizing the Planning Director to approve State Density Bonus projects, subject to delegation from the Planning Commission; 8) sunsetting the Conditional Use requirements established by the Corona Heights Large Residence and the Central Neighborhoods Large Residence Special Use Districts at the end of 2024, and thereafter limiting the size of any Dwelling Units resulting from residential development in those Special Use Districts to 3,000 square feet of Gross Floor Area; and 9) making conforming amendments to other sections of the Planning Code; amending the Zoning Map to create the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use District; amending the Subdivision Code to update the condominium conversion requirements for projects utilizing residential density exceptions in RH Districts; 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 Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar
28-2
Ordinance#230026
Dec 22, 2023

This ordinance creates a new Family Housing Opportunity Special Use District in San Francisco, allowing for increased housing density by permitting up to four units on individual lots and additional units on merged lots in certain residential districts. It also exempts eligible projects from various planning requirements and ensures that new units are subject to rent increase limitations.

Ordinance amending 1) the Planning Code to create the Family Housing Opportunity Special Use District; 2) the Planning Code to authorize up to four units on individual lots in the RH (Residential, House) District, excluding lots located in the Telegraph Hill - North Beach Residential Special Use District and the North Beach Special Use District, the greater of up to twelve units or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on three merged lots and the greater of up to eight units or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on two merged lots in RH-1 (Residential, House: One Family) districts, and Group Housing in RH-1 districts for eligible projects in the Special Use District; 3) the Planning Code to exempt eligible projects in the Special Use District from certain height, open space, dwelling unit exposure, and rear-yard requirements, and exempt eligible projects that do not propose the demolition of any units subject to the rent increase limitations of the Rent Ordinance from conditional use authorizations and neighborhood notification requirements; 4) the Subdivision Code to authorize eligible projects in the Special Use District to qualify for condominium conversion or a condominium map that includes the existing dwelling units and the new dwelling units that constitute the project; 5) the Administrative Code to require new dwelling or group housing units constructed pursuant to the density limit exception to be subject to the rent increase limitations of the Rent Ordinance; 6) the Zoning Map to show the Family Housing Opportunity Special Use District; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
17-0
Ordinance#221164
Dec 22, 2023

This ordinance updates the rules for the Van Ness & Market Residential Special Use District, allowing developers to meet their affordable housing requirements by dedicating land and increasing the maximum building height for specific properties at 98 Franklin Street. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to revise the Van Ness & Market Residential Special Use District to update the Option for Dedication of Land for development projects to fulfill their inclusionary housing obligations; to revise the Zoning Map to increase the maximum height for Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0836, Lot Nos. 008, 009, and 013, at 98 Franklin Street, from 85-X // 120/365-R-2 to 85-X // 120/400-R-2; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
11-0
Ordinance#230501
Dec 22, 2023

This ordinance changes the zoning of certain waterfront areas from Public to Light Industrial and establishes a new Waterfront Special Use District No. 4. It also includes environmental findings and confirms that the changes align with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Zoning Map of the Planning Code to rezone certain waterfront parcels from P (Public) to M-1 (Light Industrial), and to add Waterfront Special Use District No. 4 covering areas east of the Mission Bay and Southern Waterfront areas; and making environmental findings, including adopting a statement of overriding considerations, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
12-0
Ordinance#231272
Dec 21, 2023

This ordinance aims to simplify the permitting process for certain commercial activities on upper floors in downtown areas. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to expand streamlined permitting review of principally permitted commercial uses to upper floors in C-3 (Downtown Commercial) Districts; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Filed
no vote
Resolution#231028
Dec 21, 2023

This resolution adds new street signs that read "LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District" to 26 existing signs in the South of Market neighborhood to honor the history and contributions of the leather and LGBTQ community. It follows the guidelines set by the Commemorative Street Plaque Ordinance in the Public Works Code.

Resolution adding placemaking street signs reading "LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District" to 26 existing street signs in the South of Market neighborhood in the vicinity of LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District generally bounded by Brannan Street, Third Street, Mission Street, 12th Street, and Division Street in recognition and honor of the extensive history and contributions of the leather and LGBTQ community pursuant to the Commemorative Street Plaque Ordinance in Public Works Code, Sections 789 et seq.

TransportationEnvironmentSocial Services & Equity
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
5-0 /1
Resolution#231104
Dec 21, 2023

This resolution allows Universal Life Corral, LLC to obtain a liquor license for their business, The Stud, located at 1123 Folsom Street. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license to ensure it meets local needs.

Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license to Universal Life Corral, LLC, to do business as the Stud, located at 1123 Folsom Street (District 6), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the issuance of the license.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Ordinance#231223
Dec 21, 2023

This ordinance requires businesses that want to provide parcel delivery services to obtain special permission and prohibits these services from being offered as a secondary use alongside other businesses. It also updates zoning regulations to align with these new requirements and confirms that the changes are in line with environmental and planning standards.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to require Conditional Use authorizations for establishing Parcel Delivery Service uses, prohibit Non-Cannabis Parcel Delivery Service as an accessory use, and revise zoning control tables to reflect these changes; 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.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar
12-0
Ordinance#231225
Dec 21, 2023

The ordinance prohibits the sale and marketing of tobacco paraphernalia in the North of Market Special Use District and Lower Polk Street Neighborhood Commercial District. It also states that if a tobacco paraphernalia establishment is not used for 180 days, it will be considered abandoned and cannot be restored.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to prohibit in the North of Market Special Use District (SUD) and Lower Polk Street Neighborhood Commercial District (NCD) Tobacco Paraphernalia Establishments where any Tobacco Paraphernalia is sold, delivered, distributed, furnished, or marketed, and to establish that after 180 days of non-use a legal non-conforming Tobacco Paraphernalia Establishment in the SUD or NCD will be deemed abandoned, preventing its restoration; and 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.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
12-0 /1
Hearing#210351
Dec 21, 2023

This hearing will review the agreement between the SF Parks Alliance and the Recreation and Park Department regarding the Golden Gate Park 150th Anniversary to assess if it was misclassified as a permit instead of a contract, which would require different oversight. The Recreation and Park Department, Controller's Office, and Budget and Legislative Analyst will be asked to provide reports on this matter.

Hearing to discuss the SF Parks Alliance, with a specific focus on reviewing the Golden Gate Park 150th Anniversary agreement between SF Parks Alliance and Recreation and Park Department, to determine whether the terms of this agreement have been incorrectly categorized as a permit when they substantially resemble a contract, which has different public oversight and approval processes; and requesting the Recreation and Park Department, Controller's Office, and Budget and Legislative Analyst to report.

HousingBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Connie Chan
1-0 /1
Ordinance#230734
Dec 20, 2023

This ordinance allows for exceptions to density limits on certain lots in San Francisco, potentially enabling more housing or development in those areas. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's overall planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow density exceptions on lots subject to Numerical Density Limits; 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 Myrna Melgar
4-0
Ordinance#231271
Dec 20, 2023

The ordinance aims to designate the Alexandria Theater as a Landmark, which would protect its historical significance under the Planning Code. It also includes affirmations regarding environmental impact and compliance with city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Alexandria Theater, located at 5400 Geary Boulevard, at the northwest corner of Geary Boulevard and 18th Avenue, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 1450, Lot No. 048, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; 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.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan
no vote
Resolution#230948
Dec 20, 2023

This resolution adds the street name "Panos Place" to a section of Corbin Place in honor of San Francisco resident Panagiotis Koutsoyannis. It has been officially passed by the city.

Resolution adding the commemorative street name “Panos Place” to Corbin Place between the 100 and 200 block of Corbett Avenue in recognition of San Francisco resident Panagiotis Koutsoyannis.

TransportationEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
6-0
Ordinance#230924
Dec 20, 2023

The ordinance creates a special zoning district for non-profit arts education at 800 Chestnut Street, allowing for specific uses and protections for arts organizations in that area. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create the Non-Profit Arts Education Special Use District (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 49, Lot No. 1, generally bounded by Francisco Street, Jones Street, Chestnut Street, and Leavenworth Street, and numbered as 800 Chestnut Street); amending the Zoning Map to show the Non-Profit Arts Education Special Use District; 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; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
11-0 /2
Resolution#231115
Dec 20, 2023

This resolution designates the 200 block of Grove Street as "MTT Way" to honor Michael Tilson Thomas for his contributions to San Francisco's arts and culture during his tenure as Music Director of the Symphony. It also celebrates his 79th birthday.

Resolution adding the commemorative street name “MTT Way” to the 200 block of Grove Street in recognition of San Francisco Symphony Music Director Laureate Michael Tilson Thomas’s tremendous impact on San Francisco and local arts and culture in the City throughout his 25 years as the Symphony’s Music Director, and in celebration of his 79th birthday, in accordance with Public Works Code, Section 789 et seq.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Rafael Mandelman
5-0 /1
Ordinance#230834
Dec 20, 2023

This ordinance requires that any business sign work on designated landmark sites or in historic districts undergo a hearing with the Historic Preservation Commission instead of just an administrative review by Planning Department staff, specifically for major alterations. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental assessment and includes findings related to public welfare and consistency with city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to require compliance with the procedures of Planning Code, Article 10, for certain work involving a business sign on a designated landmark site or in a designated historic district, and to require a hearing before the Historic Preservation Commission rather than an administrative review by Planning Department staff of applications for a permit to install business signs to a Significant or Contributory building or a building in a Conservation District in the C-3 (Downtown) area, provided that the permit is for a Major Alteration; 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.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
Filed
no vote
Resolution#231280
Dec 19, 2023

This resolution officially ends the Mills Act historical property contract for 2209 Webster Street, owned by Michael Foley and Chiao Mei Lin. It directs the Planning Director to notify the owners and the Assessor-Recorder’s Office about this non-renewal.

Resolution regarding non-renewal of a Mills Act historical property contract with Michael Foley and Chiao Mei Lin, as Trustees of The Foley Lin Family Trust dated June 20, 2023, the owners of 2209 Webster Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0612, Lot No. 007, under Chapter 71 of the San Francisco Administrative Code; notifying the Assessor-Recorder’s Office of such non-renewal; and authorizing the Planning Director to send notice of the non-renewal of the historical property contract to the owner and record a notice of non-renewal.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
5-0 /1
Ordinance#230768
Dec 19, 2023

The ordinance simplifies the approval process for neighborhood projects on sidewalks and public spaces, reduces fees for minor permits, and clarifies rules for commemorative plaques and encroachments. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to streamline and authorize the approval of certain neighborhood amenities, also known as Love Our Neighborhoods Projects, in sidewalks and other public right-of-ways within the Department of Public Works’ jurisdiction, to reduce fees for certain minor encroachment permits, to waive certain annual encroachment assessments, to clarify the approval process for commemorative plaques, and to clarify the permitting, revocation, and restoration requirements for all minor encroachment permits; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
14-0
Resolution#231172
Dec 19, 2023

This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to use a $1,044,792 grant from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute for a hearing screening program for preschoolers, running from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2028. It was passed retroactively to authorize the funding for the program.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $1,044,792 from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) through the University of California, San Francisco for participation in a program, entitled “Pure-tone audiometry versus otoacoustic emissions for preschool hearing screening,” for the period of July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2028.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthEnvironment
Passed
7-0
Resolution#231056
Dec 19, 2023

This resolution approves a historical property contract for 2209 Webster Street between the property owners and the City, allowing for certain protections and benefits related to the property's historical status. It also authorizes city officials to finalize and record the contract.

Resolution approving a historical property contract between Michael Foley and Chiao Mei Lin, as Trustees of The Foley Lin Family Trust dated June 20, 2023, the owners of 2209 Webster Street, and the City and County of San Francisco, under Administrative Code, Chapter 71; and authorizing the Planning Director and the Assessor-Recorder to execute and record the historical property contract.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#231058
Dec 19, 2023

This resolution approves a historical property contract for 988 Market Street between the property owners and the City, allowing for specific preservation measures. It also authorizes the Planning Director and Assessor-Recorder to finalize and document the agreement.

Resolution approving a historical property contract between 140 Partners, L.P., a California Limited Partnership and Marlin Cove, Inc., a California corporation, the owners of 988 Market Street, and the City and County of San Francisco, under Administrative Code, Chapter 71; and authorizing the Planning Director and the Assessor-Recorder to execute and record the historical property contract.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#231279
Dec 18, 2023

This resolution approves the annual report for the Discover Polk Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2021-2022, as mandated by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures compliance with reporting requirements for community benefit districts.

Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Discover Polk Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Ordinance#231273
Dec 15, 2023

The ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and the City Attorney to settle claims related to the September 10, 2023, water pipeline break for amounts over $25,000, up to a maximum of $1,000,000 per claim, with a total cap of $7,000,000 for all claims. It also requires periodic reporting to the Board of Supervisors' Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

Ordinance authorizing the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) and the Office of the City Attorney to approve settlements of claims arising out of the September 10, 2023, break of the SFPUC's water transmission pipeline at the intersection of Fillmore and Green Streets for amounts exceeding $25,000 per claim, notwithstanding Administrative Code, Section 10.22, et. seq., but not to exceed $1,000,000 per claim, and delegating authority under Charter, Section 6.102(5) for the settlement of related litigation, if any, up to an aggregate total settlement amount not to exceed $7,000,000, subject to periodic reporting to the Board of Supervisors Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

TransportationEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
10-0 /1
Resolution#231132
Dec 15, 2023

This resolution allows the City to receive funding for the operation and maintenance of Mission Bay Parks and authorizes the Port and Recreation and Park Department to manage these parks. It also terminates the OCII's Ground Lease to the Mission Bay Parks and permits necessary amendments to the agreement without increasing the City's obligations.

Resolution authorizing an agreement with the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure (OCII), operating as the Successor Agency to the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency, acting in its capacity as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 5 (Mission Bay Maintenance District), for the City to receive funding for its operation and maintenance of the Mission Bay Parks, and to authorize the Port and the Recreation and Park Department to coordinate the operation and maintenance; authorizing the termination of OCII’s Ground Lease to the Mission Bay Parks; and to authorize the Port Executive Director and the Recreation and Park Department General Manager 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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey
6-0 /1
Resolution#231170
Dec 15, 2023

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept a $50 million grant from the San Francisco Foundation for the India Basin Waterfront Park Initiative, which will be used until December 2026. It also permits the department to make necessary adjustments to the agreement without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend a grant valued at approximately $50,000,000 from the San Francisco Foundation for the India Basin Waterfront Park Initiative for a term to begin upon approval of the Resolution through December 2026; and authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to enter into amendments or modifications to the agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Project or this Resolution.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Shamann Walton
7-0 /2
Resolution#231182
Dec 15, 2023

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept and use a grant worth about $2.8 million from the Trust for Public Land for the India Basin Waterfront Park Initiative, effective until December 2026. It also permits the department to make necessary changes to the agreement as long as they don't significantly increase the city's obligations.

Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend an in-kind grant valued at approximately $2,794,638 from the Trust for Public Land for the India Basin Waterfront Park Initiative for the term to begin upon approval of the Resolution through December 2026; and authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to enter into amendments or modifications to the agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Project or this Resolution.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Shamann Walton
6-0 /1
Resolution#231183
Dec 15, 2023

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept and use a $1,000,000 in-kind grant from the A. Philip Randolph Institute for the India Basin Waterfront Park Initiative until December 2026. It also permits the department to make necessary changes to the agreement as long as they do not significantly increase the city's obligations.

Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend an in-kind grant valued at approximately $1,000,000 from the A. Philip Randolph Institute for the India Basin Waterfront Park Initiative for the term to begin upon approval of the Resolution through December 2026; and authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to enter into amendments or modifications to the agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Project or this Resolution.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Shamann Walton
6-0 /1
Resolution#231184
Dec 15, 2023

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept a $2 million in-kind grant from the San Francisco Parks Alliance for the India Basin Waterfront Park Initiative, effective until December 2026. It also permits the department to make necessary adjustments to the agreement without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend an in-kind grant valued at approximately $2,000,000 from the San Francisco Parks Alliance for the India Basin Waterfront Park Initiative for the term to begin upon approval of the Resolution through December 2026; and authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to enter into amendments or modifications to the agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Project or this Resolution.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Shamann Walton
6-0 /1
Resolution#231253
Dec 15, 2023

This resolution allows the Mayor and certain city employees to seek donations for the India Basin Waterfront Park Initiative for six months, bypassing the usual Behested Payment Ordinance rules. It aims to gather funds from nonprofits, private organizations, grantmakers, and foundations.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor, officers and employees of the Office of the Mayor, and officers and employees of the Recreation and Park Department to solicit donations for the India Basin Waterfront Park Initiative from nonprofits, private organizations, grantmakers, and foundations for six months from the effective date of this Resolution, notwithstanding the Behested Payment Ordinance.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Shamann Walton
7-0 /2
Ordinance#231255
Dec 15, 2023

This ordinance waives banner and inspection fees for nonprofit organizations in specific commercial districts until the end of 2026. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to waive the banner and inspection fees for nonprofit organizations in certain Neighborhood Commercial Districts (NCDs) and Neighborhood Commercial Transit Districts (NCTDs) through December 31, 2026; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
10-0 /2
Resolution#231260
Dec 15, 2023

This resolution approves the annual report for The East Cut Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2021-2022, as mandated by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures that the district's activities and finances are reviewed and acknowledged by the city.

Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for The East Cut Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey
6-0
Ordinance#230701
Dec 14, 2023

This ordinance allows for more types of businesses, including retail and restaurants, to operate on the ground floor in certain neighborhoods and modifies regulations for music venues and theaters. It also streamlines processes for business approvals and removes some neighborhood notice requirements for changes in use.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to 1) permit additional commercial, retail, and restaurant uses on the ground floor in certain neighborhood commercial districts (NCDs) and residential districts; 2) principally permit Flexible Retail on the ground floor in certain NCDs and Chinatown mixed use districts; 3) principally permit Retail Professional Services uses on all floors and conditionally permit Non-Retail Professional Services on the ground floor in specified NCDs; 4) create regulations for music entertainment venues and non-profit theaters distinct from regulations for Bars; 5) allow Limited Corner Commercial Uses that are not Formula Retail in certain residential districts; 6) amend Section 311 to remove neighborhood notice requirements for changes of use in the Eastern Neighborhoods mixed use districts; 7) expand business types that qualify for the Planning Department priority review program and establish that the program will not apply in the North Beach NCD and North Beach Special Use District (SUD); 8) clarify that multiple allowable uses may co-locate on one site; 9) clarify and modify various other use regulations and processes; 10) permit additional retail and non-retail uses in specified NCDs; and 11) eliminate the Mission Street Formula Retail Restaurant Subdistrict; and 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.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar
14-0
Ordinance#230862
Dec 14, 2023

This ordinance temporarily suspends the annual registration requirement and fee for vacant or abandoned commercial storefronts until December 31, 2024. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Building Code to temporarily suspend the annual registration requirement and registration fee for vacant or abandoned commercial storefronts through December 31, 2024; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Filed
3-0
Ordinance#231130
Dec 14, 2023

The ordinance requires buildings with 15 or more stories to conduct and submit additional inspections focusing on windows and exterior glass surfaces to identify any defects or damage. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Existing Building Code to require buildings with 15 or more stories to conduct and submit supplemental inspection reports that will focus on windows and exterior glass surfaces to identify any defective or damaged materials that may cause glass failure; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan
12-0
Hearing#230916
Dec 13, 2023

This hearing will review the citywide Project Labor Agreement (PLA) and its annual reports from the last three fiscal years, assessing its effectiveness and impact on local businesses and workforce. Various city departments will be asked to provide information on the PLA's performance and outcomes.

Hearing to consider the citywide Project Labor Agreement (PLA) that was executed; the annual reports for fiscal years 2020-2021, 2021-2022, and 2022-2023 that highlight the efforts, accomplishments, and challenges encountered; and the preliminary, high-level methodology developed to evaluate whether the PLA has promoted the efficient, economical, and timely completion of PLA-covered projects, the costs of covered projects, and the PLA’s impact on Local Business Enterprises and the local workforce; and requesting the Controller’s Office, City Administrator’s Office, Public Works, Recreation and Park Department, and Office of Economic and Workforce Development to report.

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Filed
5-0 /1
Resolution#231202
Dec 13, 2023

This resolution approves an emergency declaration to replace essential equipment at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, with costs exceeding $250,000. It also confirms that the project complies with environmental regulations.

Resolution approving the Director of Public Works’ declaration of emergency under Administrative Code, Section 6.60, to replace chiller, boiler, and cooling tower and perform associated repair and upgrades at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital located at 1001 Potrero Avenue, estimated to cost in excess of $250,000; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Public SafetyPublic HealthEnvironment
Passed
10-0
Resolution#231113
Dec 13, 2023

The resolution establishes the prevailing wage rates for various workers engaged in City contracts, including those in public works, janitorial services, parking facilities, theatrical services, waste hauling, moving services, event support, broadcast services, loading/unloading, security, and bus services. This ensures that these workers are compensated fairly for their labor on City-owned or leased properties.

Resolution fixing prevailing wage rates for 1) workers performing work under City contracts for public works and improvements; 2) workers performing work under City contracts for janitorial services; 3) workers performing work in public off-street parking lots, garages, or storage facilities for automobiles on property owned or leased by the City; 4) workers engaged in theatrical or technical services for shows on property owned by the City; 5) workers engaged in the hauling of solid waste generated by the City in the course of City operations, pursuant to a contract with the City; 6) workers performing moving services under City contracts at facilities owned or leased by the City; 7) workers engaged in exhibit, display, or trade show work at special events on property owned by the City; 8) workers engaged in broadcast services on property owned by the City; 9) workers engaged in loading or unloading into or from a commercial vehicle on City property of materials, goods, or products in connection with a show or special event, or engaged in driving a commercial vehicle into which or from which materials, goods, or products are loaded or unloaded on City property in connection with a show or special event; 10) workers engaged in security guard services under City contracts or at facilities or on property owned or leased by the City; and 11) motor bus service contracts.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Connie Chan
7-0
Resolution#231137
Dec 13, 2023

This resolution allows for the creation of a special use district for a cultural center at 2700-45th Avenue and sends the amendment to the California Coastal Commission for review. It also confirms that the Planning Department's environmental assessment meets state requirements.

Resolution transmitting to the California Coastal Commission for review and certification an amendment to the Implementation Program portion of the certified Local Coastal Program for the creation of the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District on the parcel located at 2700-45th Avenue; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
By Myrna Melgar
6-0
Hearing#231187
Dec 12, 2023

This legislation involves a hearing for individuals who want to express their support or opposition to a decision made by Public Works regarding a subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street. The hearing is scheduled because an appeal has been filed by Deepa Varma against the approval of the Tentative Parcel Map for this two-lot subdivision.

Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the decision of Public Works, dated November 1, 2023, approving a Tentative Parcel Map for a two-lot subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4275, Lot No. 028. (District 9) (Appellant: Deepa Varma) (Filed: November 13, 2023)

HousingTransportationEnvironment
Filed
10-0
Motion#231188
Dec 12, 2023

This motion approves a subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street, allowing the property to be divided into two lots. It also confirms that the project meets environmental standards and aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Motion approving the decision of Public Works and approving the Tentative Parcel Map for a two-lot subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4275, Lot No. 028; and making environmental findings, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
15-0
Motion#231190
Dec 12, 2023

This motion aimed to have the Clerk of the Board create findings regarding the Board of Supervisors' decision to reject a subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not proceed further.

Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings relating to the Board of Supervisors' decision to disapprove the Tentative Parcel Map for a two-lot subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4275, Lot No. 028.

HousingTransportationEnvironment
Killed
15-0
Ordinance#230704
Dec 12, 2023

This ordinance prohibits parcel delivery services from operating at fleet charging locations in San Francisco. It also confirms that this decision aligns with environmental regulations and the city's planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to prohibit Parcel Delivery Service activities at Fleet Charging locations; 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.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar
12-0
Ordinance#230706
Dec 12, 2023

This ordinance allows for the relocation or removal of existing artwork at 100% affordable housing projects under specific conditions. It also confirms the Planning Commission's compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to provide for the relocation or removal of existing artwork at 100% affordable housing projects subject to certain conditions; affirming the Planning Commission’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings, including findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code Section 101.1.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
12-0
Ordinance#231033
Dec 12, 2023

This ordinance designates the Chata Gutierrez Mural at 3175-24th Street as a Landmark, ensuring its preservation under the Planning Code. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate Chata Gutierrez Mural, located at 3175-24th Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6519, Lot No. 041, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; 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.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
11-0
Ordinance#231034
Dec 12, 2023

This ordinance designates the Carnaval Mural at 1311-1315 South Van Ness Avenue as a landmark, ensuring its protection under the Planning Code. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate Carnaval Mural, located at 1311-1315 South Van Ness Avenue, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6519, Lot No. 039, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; 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.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Myrna Melgar
11-0
Motion#231265
Dec 12, 2023

This motion approves the final maps for specific phases of the Parkmerced Development Project, allowing for the creation of new residential units, including up to 278 condominiums and 166 rental units, while retaining existing rental units. It also includes agreements for public improvements related to these developments.

Motion approving Final Map No. 10699 (related to Subphase 1C of the Parkmerced Development Project), the merger and subdivision of existing Block Nos. 7333-A, 7333-B, 7334 and 7337, together with Parcel three as described in that certain Grant Deed recorded on November 10, 2014, as Document No. 2014-J970575, together with Parcels 1-6 as described in certain Quitclaim Deeds, resulting in a seven Lot Vertical Subdivision, and authorizing up to 278 Residential Condominium Units, up to 166 new rental residential dwelling units, and retaining 82 existing rental residential units; approving Final Map No. 10700 (related to Subphase 1D of the Parkmerced Development Project), the subdivision of Lot No. 12 of Final Map 8530 recorded on December 14, 2017, in Book 133 of Condominium Maps pages 71 through 80, resulting in a seven Lot Vertical Subdivision, and authorizing up to 545 Residential Condominium Units and retaining 201 existing rental residential units; and approving Public Improvement Agreements related to Final Map Nos. 10699 and 10700.

HousingBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar
5-0
Ordinance#231245
Dec 12, 2023

The ordinance accepts and dedicates various public infrastructure improvements on Treasure Island and Yerba Buena Island for public use and maintenance, including roads, utilities, and sidewalks. It also establishes official street widths and grades and delegates authority to the Public Works Director for certain infrastructure acceptance.

Ordinance accepting irrevocable offers of public infrastructure associated with the Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Island Project, Sub-Phases 1B, 1C, 1E, 1YA, and 1YB, including improvements located within portions of Avenue of the Palms, Bruton Street, Clipper Cove Avenue, Cravath Street, Garden Walk, Johnson Street, Seven Seas Avenue, Trade Winds Avenue, and Treasure Island Road on Treasure Island; Macalla Road, Signal Road, Treasure Island Road, and Yerba Buena Island Road on Yerba Buena Island; potable water storage tanks on Yerba Buena Island and electrical substructures serving a switchyard on Treasure Island; and City utilities in private streets and a service maintenance road on Yerba Buena Island; dedicating this infrastructure to public use; designating this public infrastructure for street and roadway purposes as applicable; accepting the public infrastructure for City maintenance and liability purposes, subject to specified limitations; establishing official public right-of-way widths and street grades; amending Ordinance No. 1061, entitled “Regulating the Width of Sidewalks,” to establish official sidewalk widths on the abovementioned streets; delegating limited authority to the Public Works Director to accept specified infrastructure; adopting findings 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; accepting a Public Works Order recommending various actions in regard to the public infrastructure improvements; and authorizing official acts, as defined herein, in connection with this Ordinance.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
11-0
Ordinance#231269
Dec 12, 2023

The ordinance acknowledges the Treasure Island Development Authority's acceptance of various improvements on Yerba Buena Island and Treasure Island, including ferry terminal upgrades, and dedicates these improvements for public use. It also includes environmental findings and ensures consistency with the city's General Plan and Planning Code policies.

Ordinance acknowledging the Treasure Island Development Authority’s (the “Authority” or “TIDA”) acceptance of certain improvements on portions of Yerba Buena Island and Treasure Island, including ferry terminal improvements, and the Authority’s acceptance of the improvements for maintenance and liability purposes; dedicating improvements to public use; adopting findings 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 a Public Works Order that recommends acceptance of these improvements and related actions, as defined herein.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
11-0
Ordinance#231274
Dec 12, 2023

This ordinance amends the development agreement for the Potrero Power Station project to create the San Francisco Enhanced Financing District No. 1. It also includes environmental findings and confirms alignment with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Ordinance amending a Development Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and California Barrel Company, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, for the Potrero Power Station project, to allow for the establishment of San Francisco Enhanced Financing District No. 1 (Power Station); making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of conformity with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1(b).

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
13-0
Resolution#231278
Dec 12, 2023

This resolution establishes a no-build zone on city-owned land next to 1450 Owens Street for future public park use, with the property owner agreeing to pay the city $72,000 annually, increasing by 3% each year. The agreement will last indefinitely starting January 1, 2024, unless the city decides to terminate it.

Resolution approving a Declaration of Restrictions with the ARE-SAN FRANCISCO NO. 15 OWNER, LLC (“Owner) to establish a no-build zone on a portion of property owned by the City and County of San Francisco, adjacent to the Owner’s property at 1450 Owens Street, intended for future public park uses, providing for annual payments in the initial amount of $72,000 with 3% annual increases, to the City from Owner in exchange for such restrictions for term effective on January 1, 2024, through in perpetuity unless terminated by the City, as defined in the Declaration of Restrictions; and authorizing the Director of Property to execute any amendments, 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 or advisable to effectuate the purposes of the Declaration of Restrictions or this Resolution.

TransportationEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey
8-0
Ordinance#231268
Dec 11, 2023

This ordinance removes the requirement for public art in 100% affordable housing projects and allows for the relocation or removal of existing artwork under specific conditions. It also confirms that these changes align with environmental regulations and the city's planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to eliminate the public art requirement for 100% affordable housing projects and provide for the relocation or removal of existing artwork at such projects subject to certain conditions; affirming the Planning Commission’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings, including findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
13-0
Ordinance#231258
Dec 11, 2023

The ordinance amends the Planning Code to streamline housing production by exempting certain housing projects from review procedures and removing Conditional Use requirements in specific areas. This aims to facilitate the development of housing outside of designated neighborhoods with vulnerable populations.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to encourage housing production by exempting, under certain conditions, specified housing projects from the notice and review procedures of Section 311 in areas outside of Priority Equity Geographies, which are identified in the Housing Element as areas or neighborhoods with a high density of vulnerable populations; and removing the Conditional Use requirement for several types of housing projects, including housing developments on large lots in areas outside the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use 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 Myrna Melgar
17-0
Ordinance#231125
Dec 11, 2023

This ordinance updates local findings referenced in several San Francisco building codes and directs the Clerk to send the updated ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission as required by state law. It ensures that local regulations align with state requirements.

Ordinance amending the local findings included by reference in the following Ordinances: 1) 2022 San Francisco Building Code (Ordinance No. 225-22); 2) 2022 San Francisco Green Building Code (Ordinance No. 227-22); 3) 2022 San Francisco Mechanical Code (Ordinance No. 228-22); 4) San Francisco Plumbing Code (Ordinance No. 230-22); and directing the Clerk of the Board to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission as required by State law.

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Passed
11-0
Resolution#230419
Dec 11, 2023

This resolution allows Otis Property Owner, LLC, to use and maintain the 12th Street Plaza at the corner of South Van Ness Avenue while ensuring public access to the sidewalk. It also confirms that the project complies with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Resolution granting revocable permission to Otis Property Owner, LLC, to occupy and maintain the 12th Street Plaza on 12th Street at the corner of South Van Ness Avenue fronting 90-12th Street (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3505, Lot No. 012); approving a nonexclusive public sidewalk easement for pedestrian access, passage, ingress, and egress for public sidewalk purposes; adopting environmental findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
9-0
Motion#231208
Dec 11, 2023

This motion approves the Mayor's nomination of Azalina Eusope to the Sanitation and Streets Commission, with her term set to end on July 1, 2026. The motion has been passed.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Azalina Eusope, term ending July 1, 2026, to the Sanitation and Streets Commission.

TransportationEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
9-0
Ordinance#231185
Dec 11, 2023

This ordinance allows homeowners to remove unauthorized units from single-family homes without needing special permission, provided they meet certain criteria. It also ensures that homes that benefit from this exemption are still subject to rent increase limits under the Rent Ordinance.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to waive the Conditional Use Authorization requirement for removal of an unauthorized unit in a single-family home where the owner satisfies certain eligibility criteria, waive the Conditional Use Authorization requirement for removal of an unauthorized unit where that unit requires and is ineligible for waivers from open space, or dwelling unit exposure requirements, or the unit does not meet minimum floor area and floor-to-ceiling height requirements, and update the required Conditional Use Authorization findings for removal of an unauthorized unit to account for the history of tenancies in that unit; amending the Administrative Code to require that where an owner obtains an exemption from the Conditional Use Authorization requirement to remove an unauthorized unit from a qualifying single-family home, the single-family home shall be subject to the rent increase limitations of the Rent Ordinance; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and 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.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Ordinance#231144
Dec 11, 2023

This ordinance corrects typographical errors and updates outdated references in the Planning and Administrative Codes to clarify the language without changing the substance. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning and Administrative Codes to correct typographical errors, update outdated cross-references, and make non-substantive revisions to clarify or simplify Code language; 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 general welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

EnvironmentGovernance & ElectionsLand Use & Planning
Passed
13-0
Ordinance#231164
Dec 11, 2023

This ordinance allows for certain fees to be waived for development projects along the Downtown Rail Extension corridor. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to conditionally waive certain fees for projects along the corridor of the Downtown Rail Extension; 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.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
11-0
Ordinance#231256
Dec 8, 2023

This ordinance creates a special zoning district for the Potrero Yard area and adjusts height and bulk limits for a specific development project at 2500 Mariposa Street. It also includes environmental findings and confirms alignment with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to create the Potrero Yard Special Use District and change the height and bulk limits at 2500 Mariposa Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3971, Lot No. 001, to facilitate development of the Potrero Yard Modernization Project; adopting findings 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 under Planning Code, Section 302.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Shamann Walton
11-0
Resolution#231047
Dec 8, 2023

This resolution approves a $50,000 settlement for a claim made by Tim Wong against the city due to property damage from flooding linked to a water main rupture. The claim was filed on April 27, 2023, and the resolution has been passed.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Tim Wong against the City and County of San Francisco for $50,000; the claim was filed on April 27, 2023; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.

Environment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#231048
Dec 8, 2023

This resolution approves a $36,000 settlement for a claim by 99 Ocean Ave., LLC against San Francisco related to property damage from flooding due to a water main rupture. The claim was filed on June 16, 2023, and the resolution has been passed.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by 99 Ocean Ave., LLC against the City and County of San Francisco for $36,000; the claim was filed on June 16, 2023; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.

Environment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#231049
Dec 8, 2023

This resolution approves a $35,000 settlement for a claim made by Joseph Hohenrieder against San Francisco due to property damage from flooding linked to a water main rupture. The claim was filed on November 28, 2022, and the resolution has been passed.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Joseph Hohenrieder against the City and County of San Francisco for $35,000; the claim was filed on November 28, 2022; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.

Environment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#231050
Dec 8, 2023

This resolution approves a $39,000 settlement for Trung Lam's claim against San Francisco related to property damage from flooding caused by a water main rupture. The claim was filed on April 26, 2023, and the resolution has been passed.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Trung Lam against the City and County of San Francisco for $39,000; the claim was filed on April 26, 2023; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.

Environment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#231052
Dec 8, 2023

This resolution approves a payment of $46,867 to Rigoberto Herrera for property damage due to flooding from a water main rupture. The claim was filed on February 24, 2023, and the settlement has now been finalized.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Rigoberto Herrera against the City and County of San Francisco for $46,867; the claim was filed on February 24, 2023; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.

Environment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#231053
Dec 8, 2023

This resolution approves a payment of $37,197.48 to Dolores Street Community Services to settle a claim for property damage due to flooding from a water main rupture. The claim was filed on April 20, 2023, and the settlement has now been officially approved.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Dolores Street Community Services against the City and County of San Francisco for $37,197.48; the claim was filed on April 20, 2023; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.

TransportationEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#231110
Dec 8, 2023

This resolution approves a $100,000 settlement for a claim by Sentinel Insurance Company related to property damage from flooding caused by a water main rupture. The claim was filed on March 23, 2023, and the resolution has been passed.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Sentinel Insurance Company, Ltd. against the City and County of San Francisco for $100,000; the claim was filed on March 23, 2023; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.

Environment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#231009
Dec 8, 2023

The resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept and use up to $3.9 million in state grant funding for the Buchanan Mall Project, ensuring the park remains public open space forever. It also permits the department to make necessary adjustments to the grant contract without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department (RPD) to accept and expend up to $3,900,000 in grant funding from the California Department of Parks and Recreation for the Buchanan Mall Project; to enter into a grant contract with the California Department of Parks and Recreation that require, among other things, that RPD maintain the park as public open space in perpetuity; to record a Declaration of Restrictions on the Buchanan Mall property designated as Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0748, Lot No. 033, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0757, Lot No. 026, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0772, Lot No. 023, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0781, Lot No. 035, and Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0795, Lot No. 028, providing notice of these restrictions; and to authorize the General Manager of RPD to enter into modifications or amendments to the Grant Contract that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the contract or this Resolution.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0
Resolution#231111
Dec 8, 2023

The resolution approves a lease agreement between the Port Commission and Recology San Francisco for a large space at Pier 96, which will generate about $369,500 in monthly revenue for the Port over a term of approximately 74 months. It also allows the Port's Executive Director to make minor amendments to the lease as needed without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution approving Port Commission Lease L-17035 with Recology San Francisco, a California corporation, located at Pier 96 for approximately 196,369 square feet of shed, outbuilding and loading dock space, and approximately 252,319 square feet of paved land and yard space which will initially generate revenue to the Port of approximately $369,500 per month, for a term of approximately 74 months, effective upon approval of this Resolution; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and to authorize the Executive Director of the Port to enter into 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 contract or this Resolution.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
7-0
Resolution#231116
Dec 8, 2023

This resolution approves changes to the lease agreements between the Port and Seawall Lot 337 Associates, LLC, related to the Mission Rock Project, and allows for amendments that do not significantly increase the city's obligations. It also includes findings under environmental law and authorizes the Port's Executive Director to make necessary modifications to the lease.

Resolution approving certain amendments to the form of the Parcel Lease between the Port and Seawall Lot 337 Associates, LLC, a subsidiary agreement under the Disposition and Development Agreement for the Mission Rock Project; approving certain amendments to the Leases for Parcel A, Parcel B, Parcel F, and Parcel G with affiliates of Developer; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and to authorize the Executive Director of the Port to enter into amendments or modifications to the First Amendment to Parcel Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Resolution.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Matt Dorsey
7-0
Resolution#231051
Dec 7, 2023

This resolution approves a $65,000 settlement for a claim made by Gil Orozco against the city due to property damage from flooding linked to a water main rupture. The claim was filed on December 8, 2022, and the resolution has been passed.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Gil Orozco against the City and County of San Francisco for $65,000; the claim was filed on December 8, 2022; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.

Environment
Passed
6-0
Ordinance#231257
Dec 5, 2023

The ordinance designates the Grand Theater at 2665 Mission Street as a historic Landmark, ensuring its preservation under specific planning standards. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Grand Theater, located at 2665 Mission Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3637, Lot No. 023, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; 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.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
11-0
Resolution#231261
Dec 5, 2023

This resolution allows the City to exchange vacant land on Edgehill Mountain for property on paper streets near Moraga Avenue and Noriega Avenue. It also authorizes the Director of Property to manage the agreement and make necessary adjustments without increasing the City's liabilities.

Resolution authorizing an agreement for the conditional exchange of vacant land located on Edgehill Mountain for City's property on paper street areas near Moraga Avenue and Noriega Avenue; finding that the exchange agreement is a conditional land acquisition agreement under California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, Section 15004(b)(2)(A); finding City’s property to be exempt surplus land under California Government Code, Section 54221(f)(1)(C); and authorizing the Director of Property to execute documents, make certain modifications, and take certain actions in furtherance of the exchange agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the exchange agreement or this Resolution.

TransportationEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar
6-0
Hearing#230390
Dec 4, 2023

This legislation initiates a hearing to assess the condition of San Francisco's 125,000 trees following recent severe weather, focusing on cleanup and maintenance plans. It also seeks input from various city departments and organizations regarding the impact on the city's Urban Forestry Plan.

Hearing to report on the safety and condition of the City’s approximately 125,000 trees after weather in late 2022 and early 2023, to discuss the cleanup and tree maintenance plan, and the impacts the storms have on the goals and intentions of the 2014 Urban Forestry Plan; and requesting Public Works, Recreation and Park Department, Planning Department, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and Friends of the Urban Forest to report.

EnvironmentGovernance & Elections
By Myrna Melgar
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