Legislation

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).

This ordinance increases fees for certain goods and services at the Marina Small Craft Harbor. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Park Code to raise the fees for various goods and services at the Marina Small Craft Harbor; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This ordinance allows vehicle storage lots in certain mixed-use districts and rezones a specific property on Kissling Street to accommodate this change. It also confirms that the Planning Department's actions align with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to conditionally permit vehicle storage lots in the Residential Enclave-Mixed (RED-MX) and Western SoMa Mixed Use-General (WMUG) Districts and to update citations and cross-references in the text and tables of specified Mixed Use Districts; amending the Zoning Map to rezone 135 Kissling Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3516, Lot No. 068, from Residential Enclave (RED) to RED MX; 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This ordinance changes the rules about how many buildings can be built in certain historic districts of San Francisco, specifically the Northeast Waterfront and Jackson Square areas, while excluding projects that convert commercial buildings to residential use. It also confirms that these changes comply with environmental regulations and align with the city's overall planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to modify density limits in the Northeast Waterfront Historic District, the Jackson Square Historic District, and the Jackson Square Historic District Extension, except for projects in those areas using the Commercial to Residential Adaptive Reuse Program; affirming the Planning Commission’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.

This ordinance requires that any conversion of private parking lots or vehicle storage lots to fleet charging stations in Production, Distribution, and Repair (PDR) districts must receive Conditional Use authorization. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental assessment and ensures alignment with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to require Conditional Use authorization for converting Private Parking Lots or Vehicle Storage Lots to Fleet Charging in all PDR (Production, Distribution, and Repair) Districts; 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.

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.

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.

The ordinance designates the Sacred Heart Parish Complex as a Landmark, which provides it with protections and recognition under the city's Planning Code. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Sacred Heart Parish Complex, located at 546-548 Fillmore Street, 554 Fillmore Street, 735 Fell Street, and 660 Oak Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0828, Lot Nos. 12, 21, 22, and 22A, 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.

This ordinance allows the use of microtrenching techniques for installing fiber-optic infrastructure in San Francisco. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to allow the use of microtrenching to install fiber-optic facilities; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

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)

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.

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.

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.

This ordinance prevents the Recreation and Park Department and Planning Department from conducting environmental reviews or moving forward with any project that would extend the West Harbor Marina beyond 150 feet from its current boundary. It aims to protect the existing marina area from potential expansion.

Ordinance prohibiting the Recreation and Park Department and Planning Department from performing environmental review of, or otherwise implementing, a project to clean up and reconstruct the Marina Yacht Harbor in a manner that would extend the West Harbor Marina by more than 150 feet from its current boundary.

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.

This resolution designates the 0 Block of Shannon Street as "Veterans Alley" to honor The San Francisco Veterans Mural Project. It recognizes the project's contribution to the community in the Tenderloin.

Resolution adding the commemorative street name "Veterans Alley" to the 0 Block of Shannon Street in recognition of The San Francisco Veterans Mural Project (known colloquially as “Veterans Alley”), a community-based mural project located in the Tenderloin.

This resolution approves the annual report for the Lower Polk Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2021-2022, as required by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures transparency and accountability in the district's operations and funding.

Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Lower 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.

This resolution approves the Annual Report for the SoMa West Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year 2021-2022, as mandated by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures compliance with regulations governing property and business improvement districts.

Resolution receiving and approving an Annual Report for the SoMa West 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.

This resolution approves the Annual Report for the Ocean Avenue Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2021-2022, as required by state law. It ensures compliance with the management agreement between the district and the city.

Resolution receiving and approving an Annual Report for the Ocean Avenue 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.

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.

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.

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.

This resolution approves a ten-year lease agreement between San Francisco and seven airlines for flight operations at the San Francisco International Airport, lasting until June 30, 2033. It also affirms environmental compliance and allows the Airport Director to make minor modifications to the lease as needed.

Resolution approving the 2023 Lease and Use Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, and seven airlines to conduct flight operations at the San Francisco International Airport for a term of ten years, from the first day of the calendar month following the receipt of full approvals of the City, through June 30, 2033; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and authorizing the Airport Director to enter into 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.

This ordinance allows the Treasure Island Development Authority to accept public parks and open space improvements that are part of the Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Island Project. It is in line with existing agreements and planning regulations.

Ordinance delegating to the Treasure Island Development Authority various powers related to acceptance of public parks and open space improvements that are required as part of development of the Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Island Project pursuant to Disposition and Development Agreement, Development Agreement, and a Special Use District in Planning Code, Section 249.52.

This resolution allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to negotiate a two-year sublease for a property at Candlestick Point to continue operating the Bayview Vehicle Triage Center, with an annual rent of $312,000. It also authorizes the Director of Property to make necessary modifications and confirms that the sublease complies with environmental and planning regulations.

Resolution authorizing and approving the Director of Property, on behalf of the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, to negotiate and enter into a sublease agreement for 312,000 square feet of property owned by the California State Lands Commission and leased to the California Department of Parks and Recreation, for the City’s continued use as the Bayview Vehicle Triage Center at Candlestick Point State Recreation Area, for a term of two years commencing on or about January 13, 2024, through January 12, 2026, for a base rent of $312,000 per year; authorizing the Director of Property to execute documents, make certain modifications and take certain actions in furtherance of the sublease; affirming findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and finding the proposed sublease is in conformance with the General Plan, and the eight priorities of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This resolution approves a $175,000 settlement for a claim by Deven Gadula against the city related to property damage from flooding caused by a water main rupture. The claim was filed on January 9, 2023, and the resolution has been passed.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Deven Gadula against the City and County of San Francisco for $175,000; the claim was filed on January 9, 2023; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.

This resolution approves a $44,000 settlement for a claim made by Joan Assereto against the City due to property damage from flooding caused by a water main rupture. The claim was filed on March 10, 2023, and the resolution has been passed.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Joan Assereto against the City and County of San Francisco for $44,000; the claim was filed on March 10, 2023; the claim involves alleged property damage arising from flooding caused by a water main rupture.

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.

This ordinance allows a food service shared space at 1429 Mendell Street to be treated as a curbside shared space, bypassing certain Administrative Code requirements. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance waiving specified requirements in the Administrative Code to allow a food service shared space located at 1429 Mendell Street to be considered as a curbside shared space, subject to certain requirements; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

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.

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept and use a $5.1 million grant from the California State Coastal Conservancy for the 900 Innes Redevelopment Project until December 31, 2024. It also establishes a deed restriction that permanently prohibits residential and certain commercial uses on the property.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend a grant from the California State Coastal Conservancy for a term effective upon execution of the Grant Agreement through December 31, 2024, in the amount of $5,100,000 for the 900 Innes Redevelopment Project; approving the associated grant agreement; approving the recording of a deed restriction that prohibits residential use and commercial uses defined as “sensitive” on the property in perpetuity; 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.

This resolution allows the Department of Building Inspection to use a $100,000 grant from the California Energy Commission to support the California Automated Permit Processing Program and implement the SolarAPP+ online solar permitting system from September 1, 2023, to May 31, 2027. It has been officially approved and is now in effect.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Building Inspection to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $100,000 from the California Energy Commission for participation in the California Automated Permit Processing Program and for costs associated directly with the adoption and maintenance of SolarAPP+, an online, automated solar permitting platform, for the period of September 1, 2023, through May 31, 2027.