Legislation

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.

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.

The ordinance modifies how development impact fees are calculated and paid, allowing certain projects to defer fees until occupancy and exempting some projects from fees for three years. It also updates the Planning Code to support existing fees for community services and infrastructure.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to 1) modify the annual indexing of certain development impact fees, with the exception of inclusionary housing fees; 2) provide that the type and rates of applicable development impact fees, with the exception of inclusionary housing fees, shall be determined at the time of project approval; 3) exempt eligible development projects in PDR (Production, Distribution, and Repair) Districts, and the C-2 (Community Business) and C-3 (Downtown Commercial) Zoning Districts from all development impact fees for a three-year period; 4) allow payment of development impact fees, with the exception of fees deposited in the Citywide Affordable Housing Fund, to be deferred until issuance of the first certificate of occupancy; and 5) adopt the San Francisco Citywide Nexus Analysis supporting existing development impact fees for recreation and open space, childcare facilities, complete streets, and transit infrastructure and making conforming revisions to Article 4 of the Planning Code; amending the Building Code to allow payment of development impact fees, with the exception of fees deposited in the Citywide Affordable Housing Fund, to be deferred until issuance of the first certificate of occupancy and repealing the fee deferral surcharge; 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 approves a development agreement for the property at 98 Franklin Street, allowing specific construction and use of the site while waiving certain administrative code provisions. It also includes environmental findings and confirms compliance with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Ordinance approving a Development Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and 98 Franklin Street, LLC, for certain real property at 98 Franklin Street (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0836, Lot Nos. 008, 009, and 013), consisting of three parcels located in the Van Ness & Market Residential Special Use District on the east side of Franklin Street, between Oak and Market Streets; waiving certain provisions of Administrative Code, Chapter 56; adopting 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), and findings of public necessity, convenience, and general welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

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.

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.

This ordinance ensures that tenant-occupied units receiving certain housing financial assistance remain under rent control as long as any current tenants stay, unless they agree in writing to change that. It also restores rent levels for units that became exempt from rent control since 2018 to what they would have been if the rent control had always applied.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to provide that tenant-occupied units in buildings that will be receiving either low-income housing tax credits or tax-exempt multifamily revenue bonds shall remain subject to the Rent Ordinance, as long as any of the existing tenants continue to reside in the unit, or unless all the tenants in the unit agree otherwise in writing; and for any such units that may have previously become exempt from the Rent Ordinance since 2018, restoring rents to the levels allowed had the Rent Ordinance continuously applied.

This resolution approves the sale and lease of land rights at 200 Main Street for $6 million to F4 Transbay Partners LLC and Transbay Block 4 Housing Partnership, L.P. It also includes findings related to redevelopment plans, environmental quality, and consistency with city planning policies.

Resolution approving the disposition of land, and entrance into a ground lease of certain air space rights, by the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City and County of San Francisco to F4 Transbay Partners LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, and Transbay Block 4 Housing Partnership, L.P., a California limited partnership, for a purchase price of $6,000,000 for the property generally located at 200 Main Street, bounded by Howard, Main and Beale Streets and extending approximately 205 feet southeast from Howard Street (Assessor's Parcel Block No. 3739, Lot Nos. 010 and 011), commonly known as Transbay Block 4; making findings under the Transbay Redevelopment Plan (incorporating California Health and Safety Code, Section 33433); making 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 hearing is focused on reviewing the 2022-2023 Civil Grand Jury Report that evaluates how the city contracts for homelessness services to improve outcomes. It aims to discuss the findings and recommendations from the report.

Hearing on the 2022-2023 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Hitting the Performance Bullseye: Contracting for Better Outcomes in Homelessness Services"

This ordinance changes the funding rules for early care and education programs for the next two fiscal years, allowing the city to use tax revenue from commercial rents specifically for these programs. It aims to ensure better financial support for early childhood education in San Francisco.

Ordinance modifying the baseline funding requirements for early care and education programs in Fiscal Years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025, to enable the City to use Early Care and Education Commercial Rents Tax revenues for those programs.

The ordinance reallocates about $16.36 million in interest revenues from the Our City, Our Home Fund to support services aimed at preventing homelessness and temporarily lifts the funding limit for short-term rental subsidies. This is intended to enhance the effectiveness of the Our City, Our Home Fund in addressing homelessness issues.

Ordinance reallocating approximately $16,360,000 in unappropriated earned interest revenues from the Our City, Our Home Fund to allow the City to use such revenues from the Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax for certain types of services to prevent homelessness; temporarily suspending the limit on funding for short-term rental subsidies; and finding that these changes are necessary to achieve the purposes of the Our City, Our Home Fund pursuant to Business and Tax Regulations Code, Section 2811.

This resolution approves the spending plan for the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing for the fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025. It outlines how funds will be allocated to address homelessness in San Francisco.

Resolution approving the Fiscal Years (FYs) 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Expenditure Plan for the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing Fund.

This ordinance aimed to let businesses deduct the rent they pay for subleased commercial space from their Early Care and Education Commercial Rents Tax, up to the amount they receive from subleasing. The proposal has been rejected and is no longer active.

Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to allow a sublessor to deduct rent for commercial space the sublessor pays up to the amount of rent the sublessor receives for that space when determining its Early Care and Education Commercial Rents Tax for the tax years 2023 through and including 2029.

This legislation is a hearing to get updates on payments from developers for affordable housing linked to the 706 Mission Purchase and Sale Agreement. It also asks for reports from the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure and the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development.

Hearing to receive updates on the developer payments for affordable housing required by the 706 Mission Purchase and Sale Agreement; and requesting the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure and Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development to report.

This ordinance proposes a density bonus program for certain residential zoning districts, allowing for increased housing development in RH-1, RH-2, and RH-3 areas. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create a density bonus program in RH-1 (Residential, House, One-Family), RH-2 (Residential, House, Two-Family), and RH-3 (Residential, House, Three-Family) zoning 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.

This legislation calls for a hearing to review the status of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development's Below Market Rate Program, focusing on participant numbers, income levels served, funding, demographics, and available units. The goal is to gather detailed information and request a report from the MOHCD.

Hearing on the review and status of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development’s (MOHCD) Below Market Rate (BMR) Program, including inquiring about the number of participants in the Program, what Area Median Income’s (AMI) are currently being serviced, the Program’s funding availability, participant demographics, number of units in development, and number of units currently available; and requesting MOHCD to report.

This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss the registration, complaints, and enforcement related to short-term and intermediate-length rentals in San Francisco. It also requests updates from relevant city departments on policies and programs regarding these rentals.

Hearing on short-term rental and intermediate length occupancy rental registration, complaints and enforcement activity, policy and programming updates; and requesting the Office of Short-Term Rental Administration and Enforcement, Planning Department, and the Rent Board to report.

This ordinance clarifies the approval process for certain Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in single-family and multifamily buildings, making it easier for homeowners to add these units if they meet specific requirements. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code, Building Code, Business and Tax Regulations Code, and Planning Code to clarify the ministerial approval process for certain Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) meeting certain requirements in single-family and multifamily buildings; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and adopting findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit with Digital Realty Trust, Inc. for approximately $1.86 million related to a refund claim on certain taxes. As part of the settlement, Digital Realty Trust will adjust its tax filings for the Early Care and Education Commercial Rents Taxes for 2021 and future years.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Digital Realty Trust, Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco for $1,858,150.71; the lawsuit was filed on April 18, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-23-605912, entitled Digital Realty Trust, Inc. v. City and County of San Francisco et al.; the lawsuit involves a claim for refund of Early Care and Education Commercial Rents Tax and Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax; an additional material term of the settlement is that Digital Realty Trust, Inc. and its related entities shall take certain filing positions with respect to their Early Care and Education Commercial Rents Taxes for tax year 2021 and subsequent tax years.

This resolution approves the termination of a lease agreement for a retail space at Terminal 2 of San Francisco International Airport, specifically involving XpresSpa S.F. International, LLC. The agreement was made between the tenant and the City and County of San Francisco's Airport Commission.

Resolution approving the Lease Termination Agreement for the Terminal 2 Specialty Retail Concession Lease No. 5, Lease No. 18-0156, between XpresSpa S.F. International, LLC, as tenant, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission.

The ordinance reduces requirements for Inclusionary Housing in certain development projects approved before November 1, 2023, allowing for lower fees and modifications to conditions of approval. It also updates the member requirements for the Inclusionary Housing Technical Advisory Committee and affirms compliance with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to: 1) reduce Inclusionary Housing Program requirements of the Planning Code, for projects exceeding a stated unit size that have been approved prior to November 1, 2023 and that receive a first construction document within a specified period; 2) adopt a process for those projects to request a modification to conditions of approval related to development impact fees, subject to delegation by the Planning Commission; 3) reduce Article 4 development impact fees, including Inclusionary Affordable Housing fees, for projects approved before November 1, 2026 that receive a first construction document within 30 months of entitlement; and, 4) modify the Inclusionary Housing Program Ordinance effective November 1, 2026 to reduce applicable fees, and on-site or off-site unit requirements, for projects that exceed a stated unit size; amending the Administrative Code to update the Inclusionary Housing Technical Advisory Committee member requirements; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

The ordinance allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to increase funding for the Adante Hotel's booking agreement by over $3.6 million, extending the agreement's term until August 2024. It also waives certain administrative requirements and permits HSH to make necessary amendments that do not increase the city's financial obligations.

Ordinance authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH) to amend the booking agreement with the Sayana Corporation, operator of the Adante Hotel, to increase the not to exceed amount by $3,642,573 for a total amount not to exceed $18,499,439 and to extend the term of the agreement from August 31, 2023, for a new term of May 14, 2020, through August 31, 2024; waiving for said agreement certain requirements of the Administrative and Environment Codes; and authorizing HSH to enter into amendments that do not increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the agreement.

The ordinance allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to increase funding for the Monarch Hotel's booking agreement by over $4 million and extends the agreement's term until August 2024. It also waives certain city code requirements and permits the department to make necessary amendments that do not increase the city's financial obligations.

Ordinance authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH) to amend the booking agreement with the Lombard Hotel Group, operator of the Monarch Hotel to increase the not to exceed amount by $4,122,300 for a total amount not to exceed $19,127,760 and to extend the term of the agreement from August 31, 2023, for a new term of August 4, 2020, through August 31, 2024; waiving for said agreement certain requirements of the Administrative and Environment Codes; and authorizing HSH to enter into amendments that do not increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purpose of the agreement.

The ordinance allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to increase funding for the Cova Hotel's booking agreement by nearly $2.9 million, extending the contract through August 2024. It also waives certain administrative requirements and permits HSH to make necessary amendments that do not increase the city's financial obligations.

Ordinance authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH) to amend the booking agreement with Shin International, Inc., operator of the Cova Hotel to increase the not to exceed amount by $2,918,942 for a total amount not to exceed $14,304,253 and to extend the term of the agreement from August 31, 2023, for a new term of May 26, 2020, through August 31, 2024; waiving for said agreement certain requirements of the Administrative and Environment Codes; and authorizing HSH to enter into amendments that do not increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the agreement.

This resolution allows the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to use $600,000 from the SoMa Community Stabilization Fund to help residents and businesses affected by destabilization in the SoMa area until June 30, 2024. The funding is intended to address various impacts of these challenges.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to expend SoMa Community Stabilization Fund dollars in the amount of $600,000 to address various impacts of destabilization on residents and businesses in SoMa for a term to commence effective upon approval of this Resolution through June 30, 2024.

This resolution approves a 20-year agreement between the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing and the San Francisco Housing Authority to provide housing vouchers for families exiting homelessness, potentially generating over $50 million for the city. It also allows for minor changes to the agreement without significantly altering the city's obligations or benefits.

Resolution retroactively approving an agreement between the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) and the San Francisco Housing Authority for a term of 20 years from June 15, 2023, through June 14, 2043, with anticipated estimated revenue to the City of $50,000,000 or more for 50 United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Section 8 project-based vouchers at 333-12th Street for families exiting homelessness; and authorizing HSH to enter into additions, amendments or other modifications to the agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities, or materially decrease the benefits to the City.

This resolution approves an extension and increase in funding for the Oasis Family Shelter, allowing the Providence Foundation to continue providing services until June 30, 2032, with a total funding amount of up to $58,345,438. It also gives the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing the authority to make minor adjustments to the agreement as needed.

Resolution approving the third amendment to the grant agreement between the Providence Foundation and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) for services and operations at the Oasis Family Shelter; extending the grant term by 107 months from July 31, 2023, for a total term of September 1, 2020, through June 30, 2032; increasing the agreement amount by $48,424,548 for a total amount not to exceed $58,345,438; and authorizing HSH to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities, or materially decrease the benefits to the City.

The ordinance authorizes a settlement of $2,223,500 for a lawsuit against the City and County of San Francisco related to allegations of abuse and privacy violations at Laguna Honda Hospital. This settlement is subject to approval by the Probate Court.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit, subject to the approval of the Probate Court, filed by Jane Doe 1, Jane Doe 4, Jane Doe 5, Jane Doe 6, Jane Doe 9, John Doe 1, John Doe 2, John Doe 3, John Doe 4, John Doe 6, John Doe 7 against the City and County of San Francisco for $2,223,500; the lawsuit was filed on May 28, 2021, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-21-592296; entitled Jane Doe 1, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves allegations of abuse and privacy violations brought by current and former residents of Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center.

This resolution approves a lease agreement for Building 49 at Crane Cove Park to the YMCA of San Francisco for nearly 35 years, starting with an annual rent of about $92,810. It also allows the Port's Executive Director to make minor modifications to the lease as needed.

Resolution approving and authorizing the execution, delivery, and performance of Lease No. 16997 for Building 49 located at 701 Illinois Street within Crane Cove Park by the Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) of San Francisco, for an initial term of 10 years plus options to extend for a total term of up to 34 years, 11 months, with an initial annual base rent of $92,809.80 and a fee waiver for a companion license agreement, effective upon approval of this Resolution; making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and to authorize the Executive Director of the Port to enter into any additions, amendments or other modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City or Port and are necessary or advisable to complete the transactions which this Resolution contemplates and effectuate the purpose and intent of this Resolution.

This legislation involves a hearing for public input on a proposed project at 1151 Washington Street, which includes demolishing a single-family home to build a four-story building with 10 residential units and associated parking. The project is seeking exemptions from certain zoning requirements and is being contested by a local resident and neighborhood association.

Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the determination of exemption from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act issued as a Categorical Exemption by the Planning Department on April 7, 2023, for the proposed project at 1151 Washington Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0213, Lot No. 025, to allow the demolition of a single-family dwelling and the construction of a four-story, 40-foot tall building containing 10 dwelling units (one three-bedroom unit and nine two-bedroom units), one unbundled off-street parking space and 10 Class one bicycle parking spaces, within a RM-3 (Residential-Mixed, Moderate-Density) Zoning District and a 65-A Height and Bulk District; the seeking waivers from Development Standards including front setback (Section 132), rear yard (Section 134), dwelling unit exposure (Section 140), and bicycle parking (Section 155), pursuant to State Density Bonus Law. (District 3) (Appellant: Richard Drury of Lozeau Drury LLP, on behalf of Clayton Timbrell and the Upper Chinatown Neighborhood Association) (Filed May 17, 2023)

This hearing is about a proposed project at 1151 Washington Street that seeks to demolish a single-family home and build a four-story building with 10 residential units and limited parking. The project is requesting exceptions to certain zoning rules to proceed under a state density bonus program.

Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the approval of a Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Sections 206.6, 209.2, 303, and 317 of the Planning Code, for a proposed project at 1151 Washington Street, Assessor's Parcel Block No. 0213, Lot No. 025, identified in Planning Case No. 2022-010833CUA, issued by the Planning Commission by Motion No. 21310, dated April 20, 2023, to permit the demolition of a single-family dwelling and construct a four-story, 40-foot tall building containing 10 dwelling units (one three-bedroom unit and nine two-bedroom units), one off-street parking space and 10 Class one bicycle parking spaces, under the individually requested state density bonus program; and seeking waivers from Development Standards including front setback (Section 132), rear yard (Section 134), dwelling unit exposure (Section 140), and bicycle parking (Section 155), pursuant to Planning Code, Section 206.6, and California Government Code, Section 65915, within the RM-3 (Residential-Mixed, Medium-Density) Zoning District and a 65-A Height and Bulk District. (District 3) (Appellant: Deborah Holley of Holley Consulting, on behalf of 1155 Washington Street LLC) (Filed May 19, 2023)

This legislation is a hearing to gather opinions from the public regarding a proposed residential project at 3832-18th Street, which seeks approval for a state density bonus and waivers from certain zoning standards to build a six-story building with 19 housing units. The hearing allows interested parties to express support or objections to the project before a decision is made.

Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the approval of a Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Sections 209.2, 253, and 303 of the Planning Code, for a proposed project at 3832-18th Street, Assessor's Parcel Block No. 3580, Lot No. 018, identified in Planning Case No. 2020-001610CUA-02, issued by the Planning Commission by Motion No. 21312, dated April 20, 2023, to allow approval of an individually requested state density bonus project pursuant to Planning Code, Section 206.6 (using the state density bonus law (California Government Code, Sections 65915-65918)), for the project; and invoking waivers from the Development Standards for rear yard (Section 134), dwelling unit exposure (Section 140), and maximum height limit (Section 260) that would construct a new six-story, 60-foot tall, residential building of 11,147 gross square foot with 19 group housing units within the RM-1 (Residential-Mixed, Low Density) Zoning District and a 40-X Height and Bulk District. (District 8) (Appellant: Athanassios Diacakis) (Filed May 19, 2023)

This resolution extends the time for the Planning Commission to decide on a proposed change to the Planning Code that would simplify the approval process for certain Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in single-family and multifamily buildings. It also allows for some ADUs to be built in rear yards under local approval guidelines.

Resolution extending by 180 days the prescribed time within which the Planning Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 230310) amending the Planning Code to clarify the ministerial approval process for certain Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) meeting certain requirements in single-family and multifamily buildings and to permit certain ADUs in the rear yard under the City’s local, discretionary approval program; making 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 findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

This resolution approves a settlement of $245,152.11 to Euphoria Hospitality, Inc. for property damage claims related to shelter-in-place hotel guests during the COVID-19 pandemic, with both parties agreeing to cover their own costs.

Resolution approving settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Euphoria Hospitality, Inc., dba Nob Hill Hotel, against the City and County of San Francisco for $245,152.11; the claim was filed on February 3, 2023; the claim involves allegations of property damage to the Nob Hill Hotel caused by shelter-in-place (SIP) hotel guests during the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting loss of use; other material terms of the settlement include a mutual full and final release, with each party to bear their own costs.

This resolution approves a settlement of nearly $3.9 million to SF Good LLC for property damage claims related to the Good Hotel during the COVID-19 pandemic. It includes a mutual release of claims, meaning both parties will not pursue further legal action and will cover their own costs.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by SF Good LLC, against the City and County of San Francisco for $3,893,862; the claim was filed on February 21, 2023; the claim involves allegations of property damage to the Good Hotel caused by shelter-in-place (SIP) hotel guests during the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting loss of use; other material terms of the settlement include a mutual full and final release, with each party to bear their own costs.

The resolution approves a $19.5 million settlement for a claim by 1231 Market Street Owner L.P. against the city, related to property damage at the Hotel Whitcomb caused by shelter-in-place hotel guests during the COVID-19 pandemic. Both parties will release each other from further claims and cover their own legal costs.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by 1231 Market Street Owner L.P. against the City and County of San Francisco for $19,500,000; the claim was filed on April 13, 2023; the claim involves allegations of property damage to the Hotel Whitcomb caused by shelter-in-place (SIP) hotel guests during the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting loss of use; other material terms of the settlement include a mutual full and final release, with each party to bear their own costs.

This resolution supports a California state bill that aims to improve the Low-Income Housing Tax Credits program and related rules. It encourages the state legislature to pass these amendments to enhance affordable housing efforts.

Resolution supporting the passage of California State Assembly Bill No. 346, authored by Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva, which would make various amendments to the Low-Income Housing Tax Credits program and the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee rulemaking.

This resolution calls on the federal and state governments to provide funding and resources to address homelessness in San Francisco, including support for specific programs like HHAP and Project Homekey. It also urges local authorities to create a strategic plan to tackle the homeless crisis in the region.

Resolution urging the Biden Administration to allocate federal funding and resources from the ALL INside Initiative to San Francisco, urging the Newsom Administration to allocate ongoing state funding for the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention (HHAP) program, extend the Project Homekey funding, and urging the San Francisco Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to develop a regional strategic response to the homeless crisis.

The ordinance allows the Human Services Agency to extend hotel booking agreements for non-congregate shelter for the homeless until August 31, 2023, while waiving some regulatory requirements. It also approves spending over $10 million for these agreements and permits modifications that do not increase the city's financial obligations.

Ordinance authorizing the Human Services Agency (HSA) to amend certain hotel booking agreements that were executed on or before February 10, 2022, to provide non-congregate shelter to people experiencing homelessness by extending the terms beyond August 31, 2022, through August 31, 2023; waiving for said agreements certain requirements in the Administrative and Environment Codes; approving certain agreements with anticipated expenditures in excess of $10 million under Charter, Section 9.118; and authorizing HSA to enter into modifications of such agreements that do not increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the agreement.

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 resolution allows certain city services, including security and food services, to be contracted out to private companies if they can perform the work at a lower cost than city employees. This includes services for various departments such as the Board of Supervisors, General Services Agency, and the Sheriff's Department.

Resolution concurring with the Controller's certification that department services previously approved can be performed by a private contractor for a lower cost than similar work performed by City and County employees, for the following services: Budget and Legislative Analyst Services (Board of Supervisors); Fleet Security Services, Real Estate Division Custodial Services, Real Estate Division Security Services, and Convention Facilities Management (General Services Agency - Administrative Services); Security Services (Department of Public Works); Security Services (Homelessness and Supportive Housing); Security Services (Human Services Agency); Food Services at County Jails (Sheriff’s Department); Assembly of Vote by Mail Services (Department of Elections); Security Services (Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development); and Security Services (Department of Public Health).

This ordinance changes how residential density is controlled in Neighborhood Commercial Districts by removing specific numerical limits and instead using existing building regulations like height and bulk. It also confirms compliance with environmental laws and aligns with the city's overall planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to change the manner in which residential density is regulated in Neighborhood Commercial Districts by replacing residential numerical density limits with already-existing regulations on the built envelope of buildings, such as height, bulk, and setbacks; 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 hearing will review a report from the San Francisco Housing Authority about the services provided by Eugene Burger Management Corp at the Sunnydale and Potrero Hill HOPE SF sites. The SFHA and Eugene Burger Management Corp are requested to provide updates on the quality of these services.

Hearing on the San Francisco Housing Authority’s (SFHA) report of Eugene Burger Management Corp regarding the quality of services provided at the Sunnydale and Potrero Hill HOPE SF Sites; and requesting the SFHA and Eugene Burger Management Corp to report.

This ordinance updates the definition of the City's Technology Marketplace to reflect current terminology and modifies the fees that City departments pay for technology goods and services. It aims to streamline procurement processes and ensure consistency in language used.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to conform to current nomenclature the definition of the City’s Technology Marketplace for procurement of technology commodities and services, and adjust associated fees paid by City departments.

This resolution approves an increase of $5,208,598 to a contract with UC San Francisco for mental health services in the Infant Parent Program, raising the total agreement amount to $14,647,481 and extending the contract term until June 30, 2028. It also allows the Department of Public Health to make minor amendments to the contract as needed.

Resolution retroactively approving Amendment No. 2 to the agreement between The Regents of the University of California, A Constitutional Corporation, on behalf of its San Francisco Campus University of California (UC) San Francisco General Hospital (SFGH) Clinical Practice Group SFGH/Comm Focus PGM and the Department of Public Health, for mental health services for the Infant Parent Program, to increase the agreement by $5,208,598 for an amount not to exceed $14,647,481; to extend the term by five years and six months, from December 31, 2022, for a total agreement term of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2028; and to authorize the Department of Public Health to enter into amendments or modifications to the contract prior to its final execution by all parties 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.

The resolution approves a settlement of $4,197,820.54 plus interest that AppLovin Corporation claimed against San Francisco for refunds of certain taxes. It resolves all related claims for the tax years 2019 and 2020 and establishes future tax filing agreements for subsequent years.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claims filed by AppLovin Corporation against the City and County of San Francisco for $4,197,820.54 plus statutory interest; the claims were filed on February 15, 2023; the claims involve a refund of gross receipts taxes and homelessness gross receipts taxes; additional material terms of the settlement are: 1) the resolution of all claims and potential claims for refund of gross receipts taxes and homelessness gross receipts taxes for tax years 2019 and 2020, and 2) the agreement that AppLovin Corporation and its related entities shall take certain filing positions with respect to their gross receipts taxes, homelessness gross receipts taxes, and overpaid executive taxes for tax years 2021 and subsequent tax years, and with respect to their business registration fees for registration years ending June 30, 2022, and subsequent years.

This resolution authorizes the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to purchase property at 1174-1178 Folsom Street and 663 Clementina Street for $27.225 million to support housing initiatives. It also includes provisions for a liquidated damages clause and affirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Resolution 1) approving and authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”), to acquire certain property located at 1174-1178 Folsom Street and 663 Clementina Street (“Property”) for $27,150,000 plus an estimated $75,000 for typical closing costs, for a total anticipated amount of $27,225,000; 2) approving and authorizing an Agreement of Purchase and Sale for Real Estate for the acquisition of the Property from Greenseed Folsom Land LLC (“Purchase Agreement”), which includes a liquidated damages clause of up to $2,700,000 in case of default by the City; 3) authorizing the Director of Property to execute the Purchase Agreement, make certain modifications, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution and the Purchase Agreement, and to authorize the Director of Property 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; 4) affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and 5) adopting the Planning Department’s findings that the Purchase Agreement, and the transaction contemplated therein, is consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

This resolution allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to seek a grant of up to $9,409,600 from the state for a property at 42 Otis Street. The funding is intended to support housing initiatives for the homeless in San Francisco.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to apply to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for a Homekey Grant for the property located at 42 Otis Street in an amount not to exceed $9,409,600 on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco.

This hearing is to address objections regarding unpaid real property transfer taxes for a specific property at 2-16 Turk Street. If upheld, the report will be sent to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and added to the city's General Fund.

Hearing to consider objections to a report of delinquent real property transfer tax under Business and Tax Regulations Code, Section 1115.1(c), for Assessor's Parcel Block No. 0340, Lot No. 004 (2-16 Turk Street), and directing transmission of said report to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and deposit into the General Fund; scheduled pursuant to Motion No. M23-091 (File No. 230626), approved June 13, 2023.

This motion schedules a public hearing for the Board of Supervisors to review a report on unpaid real property transfer taxes for a specific property at 2-16 Turk Street. If confirmed, the report will be sent to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and added to the city's General Fund.

Motion scheduling the Board of Supervisors to sit as a Committee of the Whole on July 11, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing on a Resolution confirming report of delinquent real property transfer tax under Business and Tax Regulations Code, Section 1115.1(c), for Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0340, Lot No. 004 (2-16 Turk Street), and directing transmission of said report to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and deposit into the General Fund.

This motion approves the final map for a mixed-use condominium project at 1580 Pacific Avenue, which includes 53 residential units and 3 commercial units. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Motion approving Final Map No. 11127, a 53 Unit Residential and a 3 Unit Commercial, Mixed-Use Condominium Project, located at 1580 Pacific Avenue, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0573, Lot No. 011; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

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.

This ordinance allows certain projects that convert commercial buildings into residential units to avoid paying development impact fees, except for fees related to affordable housing. It also confirms that the project aligns with environmental regulations and city planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to exempt eligible Commercial to Residential Adaptive Reuse Projects from development impact fees, with the exception of inclusionary housing requirements; 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.

This hearing will review the current staffing levels of the Sheriff's Department and how they affect jail conditions and rehabilitation programs. The Sheriff's Department is required to provide a report on these topics.

Hearing regarding updates on the Sheriff's Department's current staffing levels and how staffing impacts relate to jail conditions and a status report of rehabilitation programs, including but not limited to Five Keys Charter, RSVP, etc.; and requesting the Sheriff's Department to report.

This ordinance requires a minimum number of residential units to be built in certain zoning districts, promoting higher density housing development. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city’s overall planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to require minimum residential density, in Residential-Mixed (RM), Residential Commercial (RC), and Residential Transit Oriented (RTO) Districts except for Residential-Transit Oriented - Mission (RTO-M) Districts; 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 motion proposes changes to the rules around soliciting payments related to city government actions, including exemptions for smaller payments and clarifications on who is considered an interested party. It aims to streamline the process for soliciting funds for city departments and related initiatives while ensuring compliance with existing regulations.

Motion ordering submitted to the voters at an election to be held on November 8, 2022, an Ordinance amending the Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code to modify the rules concerning behested payment solicitations, by 1) exempting payments less than $1,000; 2) providing that a person does not become an interested party due to the City issuing them a license, permit, or other entitlement for use, if the issuance was ministerial and in certain other situations; 3) providing that a person does not become an interested party by attempting to influence a legislative or administrative action; 4) authorizing the solicitation of payments directly to City departments, and from nonprofits with agreements approved by the City Attorney and Controller; 5) authorizing departments to solicit payments pursuant to their approved Racial Equity Action Plans; 6) establishing that certain solicitations from tenants, contractors, and parties to development agreements are not prohibited; and 7) making other clarifying changes.

This ordinance allows participants in Guaranteed Income pilot programs to receive payments without affecting their eligibility or the amount of aid they receive from County Adult Assistance Programs. It amends the Administrative Code to ensure these payments are exempt from consideration by the Human Services Agency.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to exempt payments received by housed participants in Guaranteed Income pilot programs from the Human Service Agency’s determinations regarding the participants’ eligibility for the County Adult Assistance Programs and the amount of aid the participants may receive.

The resolution approves an amendment to the lease for Chowder Hut Restaurant, extending the deadline for improvements to March 31, 2024, and increasing the required investment for renovations by $100,000. It also allows the Port Executive Director to make minor changes to the lease as needed without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution approving second amendment to Port Commission Lease L-16997 (“Lease”) with Andre Boudin Bakeries, Inc., a California corporation, dba Chowder Hut Restaurant, located at 2860 Taylor Street, Seawall Lot (SWL) 301 for approximately 5,400 square feet of restaurant space that extends the deadline to March 31, 2024, changes the scope, and increases the minimum investment required for certain Tenant Improvements by $100,000 from $800,000 to $900,000; and to authorize the Port Executive Director 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 Lease or this Resolution.

This resolution aimed to confirm a report of unpaid real property transfer tax for a specific property at 2-16 Turk Street and direct its collection to the city's General Fund. The resolution has been killed, meaning it will not move forward.

Resolution confirming report of delinquent real property transfer tax under Business and Tax Regulations Code, Section 1115.1(c), for Assessor's Parcel Block No. 0340, Lot No. 004 (2-16 Turk Street), and directing transmission of said report to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and deposit into the General Fund.

This ordinance proposes to change the zoning of most one-family residential areas to allow for two-family homes, while creating a new category for detached two-family homes. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's planning goals and policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to rezone all Residential, One Family (RH-1) zoning districts, except for Residential. One Family, Detached (RH-1(D)) districts, to Residential, Two Family (RH-2) zoning districts; to rezone the RH-1(D) districts to a new class of residential district called Residential, Two Family, Detached (RH-2(D)) 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.