Legislation

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

Ordinance amending the General Plan to revise the Urban Design Element, Commerce and Industry Element, Transportation Element, Balboa Park Station Area Plan, Glen Park Community Plan, Market and Octavia Area Plan, Northeastern Waterfront Plan, Van Ness Avenue Area Plan, Western SoMa (South of Market) Area Plan, Western Shoreline Area Plan, Downtown Area Plan, and Land Use Index, to implement the Family Housing Zoning Program, including the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program, by adjusting guidelines regarding building heights, density, design, and other matters; amending the City’s Local Coastal Program to implement the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program and other associated changes in the City’s Coastal Zone, and directing the Planning Director to transmit the Ordinance to the Coastal Commission upon enactment; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and adopting findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 340.

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

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

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

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to: 1) create the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program to incent housing development through a local bonus program and by adopting a Housing Sustainability District, 2) modify height and bulk limits to provide for additional capacity in well-resourced neighborhoods, and to allow additional height and bulk for projects using the local bonus program, 3) require only buildings taller than 85 feet in certain Districts to reduce ground level wind currents, 4) make conforming changes to the RH (Residential, House), RM (Residential, Mixed), and RC (Residential-Commercial) District zoning tables to reflect the changes to density controls, and parking requirements made in this Ordinance, 5) create the RTO-C (Residential Transit Oriented-Commercial) District, 6) implement the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Transit-Oriented Communities Policy by making changes to parking requirements, minimum residential densities, and minimum office intensities, and requiring maximum dwelling unit sizes, 7) revise off-street parking and curb cut obligations citywide, 8) create the Non-contiguous San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Sites Special Use District, 9) permit businesses displaced by new construction to relocate without a conditional use authorization and waive development impact fees for those businesses, 10) make technical amendments to the Code to implement the above changes, 11) make conforming changes to zoning tables in various Districts, including the Neighborhood Commercial District and Mixed Use Districts, 12) prohibit Lot mergers on Lots with Historic Buildings, subject to certain preservation obligations, and 13) reduce usable open space and bicycle parking requirements for senior housing; amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code regarding the Board of Appeals’ review of permits in the Housing Choice Program Housing Sustainability District; also, amending the Local Coastal Program to implement the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program and other associated changes in the City’s Coastal Zone, and directing the Planning Director to transmit the Ordinance to the Coastal Commission upon enactment; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302.

This resolution sends an amendment to the City’s Local Coastal Program to the California Coastal Commission for approval, which includes the Family Zoning Plan. It also confirms that the Planning Department has met the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act.

Resolution transmitting to the California Coastal Commission for review and certification an amendment to the Implementation Program and Land Use Plan of the City’s certified Local Coastal Program to implement the Family Zoning Plan; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This ordinance designates the Mint Mall and Hall at 951-957 Mission Street as a Landmark, which provides it with special protections and recognition. It also affirms that the designation complies with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Mint Mall and Hall at 951-957 Mission Street, in the south side Mission Street between 5th and 6th Streets, 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 resolution acknowledges the historical significance of the Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts and emphasizes the need to preserve it during and after the building's renovation. It also affirms that the center has the right to return to its location once construction is finished.

Resolution recognizing the historical legacy of the Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts (MCCLA), and the importance of its preservation throughout and after the retrofit of the building at 2868 Mission Street and affirming MCCLA’s right to return upon the completion of construction.

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

Resolution retroactively extending by 90 days the prescribed time within which the Building Inspection Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 250718) amending the Planning and Building Codes to allow project sponsors to defer payment of certain fees for Accessory Dwelling Units; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

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

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

This ordinance updates the Building Code by eliminating local rules on commercial lighting, rooftop structures, driveway and sidewalk weight limits, and the Slope Protection Act. It also confirms the Planning Department's assessment under environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Building Code to remove local requirements regarding commercial lighting, rooftop mechanical penthouses, driveway and sidewalk load limits, and the Slope Protection Act; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This ordinance allows the city to cancel a public utility easement at 112 Kensington Way and sell the land to Kevin Jenkins and Lalitha Chandrasekher for $20,000. It also confirms that the decision aligns with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Ordinance ordering the summary vacation of a public service easement for public utility purposes at 112 Kensington Way; authorizing the City to quitclaim its interest in the vacation area (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2923, Lot No. 078) to Kevin Jenkins and Lalitha Chandrasekher for $20,000; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; adopting findings that the actions contemplated in this Ordinance are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing official acts in connection with this Ordinance, as defined herein.

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

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

The resolution extends the time for the Planning Commission to decide on changes to the Planning Code that would modify zoning regulations in several neighborhoods, including North Beach and Polk Street, by allowing more types of businesses and larger sizes. It also includes updates to the Zoning Map and affirms compliance with environmental and planning policies.

Resolution retroactively extending by 90 days the prescribed time within which the Planning Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 250682) amending the Planning Code to: 1) eliminate the North Beach Special Use District and consolidate certain controls into the North Beach Neighborhood Commercial District, expand allowable uses and increase use size limits in the North Beach Neighborhood Commercial District, 2) expand allowable uses and increase use size limits in the Polk Street Neighborhood Commercial District, 3) expand allowable uses in the Pacific Avenue Neighborhood Commercial District, 4) expand allowable uses and increase use size limits in the Nob Hill Special Use District, and 5) reduce limitations on Restaurants and Bars in the Jackson Square Special Use District; amending the Zoning Map to reflect removal of the North Beach 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 under Planning Code, Section 302.

This ordinance allows residents to park up to two operable vehicles in their driveways within designated setback areas, excluding certain types of vehicles like boats and RVs. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to permit parking of up to two operable vehicles, not including boats, trailers, recreational vehicles, mobile homes, or buses, in driveways located in required front setbacks, side yards, or rear yards; 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 allows more activities to take place in historic buildings throughout San Francisco, either as a primary use or with conditions. It also updates related zoning regulations and confirms that these changes align with environmental and city planning standards.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow additional uses as principally or conditionally permitted in Historic Buildings citywide, and make conforming amendments to provisions affected by the foregoing, including zoning control tables; 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 general welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

This ordinance allows certain automotive service stations in the Geary Boulevard Neighborhood Commercial District to offer outdoor handwashing, vacuuming, and detailing of vehicles as an accessory service. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning priorities.

Ordinance modifying the Geary Boulevard Neighborhood Commercial District (NCD) to authorize outdoor handwashing, vacuuming, and detailing of automobiles as an Accessory Use in certain Automotive Service Stations; 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 making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

This ordinance updates the city's General Plan to support the development project at 530 Sansome Street and Fire Station 13. It includes environmental findings and confirms that the project aligns with city planning policies and serves public needs.

Ordinance amending the General Plan to revise the Urban Design Element, Downtown Area Plan, and Land Use Index to facilitate the 530 Sansome Street and Fire Station 13 Development 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 340.

This ordinance creates a special district for the development of a mixed-use tower and fire station at 530 Sansome Street, allowing for streamlined approval processes and height increases for certain properties. It also includes provisions for reviewing the landmark status of a nearby building and ensures compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create the 530 Sansome Mixed-Use Tower and Fire Station Special Use District, including a conditional use review and approval process allowing streamlined approval and exceptions from certain Planning Code requirements and the conditional rescission of an existing Article 10 landmark designation of 447 Battery Street within the Special Use District; revising the Zoning Map to increase the maximum height for Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0206, Lot Nos. 013, 014, and 017 within the Special Use District; 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 general welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

The ordinance allows EQX Jackson SQ Holdco LLC to use parts of Merchant Street for installing decorative paving, crosswalks, lighting, and other improvements, while waiving certain city requirements. It also gives the Public Works Director the authority to accept and maintain the new public infrastructure.

Ordinance approving a major encroachment permit for EQX Jackson SQ Holdco LLC to occupy portions of Merchant Street between Sansome and Battery Streets adjacent to 425 Washington Street, 439-445 Washington Street, and 530 Sansome Street (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0206, Lot Nos. 013, 014, and 017) for the purpose of installing and maintaining decorative roadway and sidewalk paving, tabletop crosswalks, overhead string lighting, various pedestrian- and bike-oriented improvements, other non-standard infrastructure, and new street trees; waiving certain requirements under Public Works Code, Sections 724.7 (construction occupancy fee), 786.3 (final review of City departments prior to Public Works hearing), and 806 (street tree removal notice and appeal and replacement at or exceeding requirements), and Administrative Code, Section 1.51 (acceptance of public infrastructure), in connection with Permittee’s implementation of the encroachment permit and project development; delegating to the Public Works Director the authority to accept an irrevocable offer for the public infrastructure in Merchant Street, dedicate such infrastructure to public use, designate it for street and roadway purposes, and accept it for City maintenance and liability purposes, subject to specified limitations; 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 that recommends the major encroachment and delegation to the Public Works Director of the acceptance and related actions for the public improvements; and authorizing official acts, as defined, in connection with this Ordinance.

The ordinance approves an agreement for the exchange of two properties, 530 Sansome Street and 447 Battery Street, and allows for the construction of a new fire station on the Battery Street site. It also waives certain appraisal requirements and confirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance approving an Amended and Restated Conditional Property Exchange Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and EQX Jackson SQ Holdco LLC for the exchange of 530 Sansome Street and 447 Battery Street and the construction of a new fire station on 447 Battery Street; affirming exempt surplus property finding declaration; waiving the appraisal requirements of Administrative Code, Chapter 23; ratifying past actions and authorizing future actions in furtherance of this Ordinance, as defined herein; adopting 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 ordinance allows certain residential development projects to delay paying impact fees until they receive their first occupancy certificate. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Building and Planning Codes to comply with California Government Code, Section 66007, by postponing the collection of development impact fees for designated residential development projects to the date of first certificate of occupancy or first temporary certificate of occupancy, whichever occurs first; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

The ordinance amends the Planning Code to eliminate the North Beach Special Use District and expand allowable uses and size limits in several commercial districts, including North Beach, Polk Street, Pacific Avenue, Nob Hill, and Jackson Square. It also updates the Zoning Map to reflect these changes and affirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to: 1) eliminate the North Beach Special Use District and consolidate certain controls into the North Beach Neighborhood Commercial District, expand allowable uses and increase use size limits in the North Beach Neighborhood Commercial District, 2) expand allowable uses and increase use size limits in the Polk Street Neighborhood Commercial District, 3) expand allowable uses in the Pacific Avenue Neighborhood Commercial District, 4) expand allowable uses and increase use size limits in the Nob Hill Special Use District, and 5) reduce limitations on Restaurants and Bars in the Jackson Square Special Use District; amending the Zoning Map to reflect removal of the North Beach 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 under Planning Code, Section 302.

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

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

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

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

This resolution officially acknowledges the La Playa Village neighborhood and its residents for their historical, architectural, and cultural importance. It aims to celebrate and preserve the community's unique identity.

Resolution recognizing La Playa Village neighborhood and resident community for its historical, architectural, and cultural significance.

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

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

This resolution allows Bridge-Potrero Community Associates LLC to maintain certain structures and landscaping in public spaces, like sidewalks and walkways. It also gives the Public Works Director the authority to manage maintenance responsibilities and make minor adjustments to the permit as needed.

Resolution granting revocable permission under Public Works Code, Sections 786 et seq. to Bridge-Potrero Community Associates LLC to maintain encroachments in the public right-of-way, including but not limited to custom paving materials, benches, landscaping, irrigation, drainage facilities, walkways, and retaining walls; delegating authority to the Public Works Director to assign responsibility for sidewalk maintenance and liability to various entities; adopting environmental 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 to authorize the Public Works Director to enter into amendments or modifications to the Permit that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Permit or this Resolution.

This resolution extends the time for the Planning Commission to decide on an ordinance that redefines "Family" in the Planning Code and adjusts regulations for various types of care facilities. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental review and ensures alignment with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Resolution extending by 90 days the prescribed time within which the Planning Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 250719) amending the Planning Code to define a “Family” as a “Household”; eliminate numeric limits on unrelated family members and requirements that family members share meals; classify certain types of community care, elderly, congregate care, and recovery facilities as Residential Uses; include certain groups of six or fewer people and associated operators as a “Household”; 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 allows developers of Accessory Dwelling Units to postpone paying certain fees, while also confirming compliance with environmental regulations and city planning policies. It aims to support housing development by easing financial burdens on project sponsors.

Ordinance amending the Planning and Building Codes to allow project sponsors to defer payment of certain fees for Accessory Dwelling Units; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

This ordinance creates the San Francisco Gateway Special Use District, which is a designated area with specific planning and zoning regulations. It also includes environmental and public welfare findings to support the establishment of this district.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code and the Zoning Map to establish the San Francisco Gateway Special Use District generally bounded by Kirkwood Avenue to the northeast, Rankin Street to the southeast, McKinnon Avenue to the southwest, and Toland Street to the northwest; 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 making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

The ordinance approves a development agreement for a 17.1-acre site at Toland Street and Kirkwood Avenue, allowing the construction of two multi-story buildings for production, distribution, and repair activities. It includes provisions for a rooftop solar array, ground-floor maker space, and compliance with various city planning and labor regulations.

Ordinance approving a Development Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and Prologis, L.P., a Delaware limited partnership, for the development of an approximately 17.1-acre site located at Toland Street at Kirkwood Avenue with two multi-story production, distribution, and repair buildings in a core industrial area, including 1,646,000 square feet of production, distribution, and repair, space for non-retail sales and service, automotive, and retail uses, a rooftop solar array, ground-floor maker space, and streets built to City standard; making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of conformity with the General Plan, and with the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1(b); making findings of public convenience, necessity, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302; approving certain development impact fees for the Project and waiving certain Planning Code fees and requirements; confirming compliance with or waiving certain provisions of Labor and Employment Code, Articles 131, 132, 103, 104, and 106, and Administrative Code, Chapters 56, 14B, 82, 83, and 23; and ratifying certain actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein.

This ordinance clarifies the time limits for appealing decisions made by the Zoning Administrator and affirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations. It also confirms that the changes align with the city's General Plan and public welfare needs.

Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code and the Planning Code to clarify time periods for appeals of decisions or determinations by the Zoning Administrator; 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 resolution designates the Kong Chow Benevolent Association and Kong Chow Temple as a landmark, protecting its historical significance. It is now officially recognized under the city's Planning Code.

Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for the Kong Chow Benevolent Association and Kong Chow Temple, located at 855 Stockton Street.

This ordinance requires that certain fees related to development applications be paid when the application is submitted and adjusts environmental review fees for larger projects. It also eliminates a separate fee schedule for specific categorical exemptions under state environmental law and affirms the Planning Department's compliance with relevant regulations and policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to require certain Planning Department fees to be paid to the Department at the time the Development Application is submitted, modify the environmental review fees for large projects, and remove the separate fee schedule for “Class 32” categorical exemptions under the California Environmental Quality Act; 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 approval process for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in San Francisco by eliminating appeals to the Board of Appeals and increasing size limits for certain new detached ADUs on single-family lots. It also confirms compliance with state law and local planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Business and Tax Regulations Code to modify the City’s State-mandated Accessory Dwelling Unit (“ADU”) approval process and conform to changes to State ADU law, including by removing any appeal to the Board of Appeals, and increasing size limits for certain detached, new construction ADUs on a lot containing a single-family dwelling; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

This ordinance simplifies the process for designating public spaces and installing commemorative plaques in San Francisco to honor historically significant sites, events, or individuals. It removes the requirement for Public Works to hold a hearing on these applications.

Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to streamline the requirements and approval processes for the commemorative designation of public right-of-way and public places and the installation of commemorative street plaques to honor sites, events, and persons of historical interest or significance to San Francisco; eliminating the requirement that Public Works hold a hearing on applications for a commemorative street plaque; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This resolution allows the City to issue a multifamily housing revenue note for up to $84.1 million to finance the construction of a 127-unit rental housing project at 505 Mayor Edwin M. Lee Avenue. It also approves various agreements related to the loans and grants authority to city officials to carry out the necessary actions for the project.

Resolution approving for purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, authorizing the execution and delivery of a multifamily housing revenue note in one or more series in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $84,116,000 for the purpose of providing financing for the construction of a 127-unit (plus one manager’s unit) multifamily rental housing project expected to be located at 505 Mayor Edwin M. Lee Avenue (formerly known as 11 Frida Kahlo Way) (Assessor’s Parcel Block No: 3180-202), known as “Balboa Reservoir - Building E”; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a funding loan agreement, providing the terms and conditions of the loan from the funding lender to the City, and the execution and delivery of the note; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a project loan agreement providing the terms and conditions of the loan from the City to Balboa Lee Avenue, L.P. (the “Borrower”); approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a regulatory agreement and declaration of restrictive covenants; authorizing the collection of certain fees; approving modifications, changes and additions to the documents; ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the back-to-back loans, the note and the project; granting general authority to City officials to take actions necessary to implement this Resolution and related matters, as defined herein.

This resolution approves a loan of up to $56,425,904 to finance the first phase of infrastructure improvements for the Balboa Reservoir Project, which aims to provide affordable housing and other public benefits. It also allows for minor amendments to the loan agreement as needed, without increasing the city's financial obligations.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to execute an Amended and Restated Loan Agreement with BHC Balboa Builders, LLC, a California limited liability company, for a total loan amount not to exceed $56,425,904 to finance the first phase of infrastructure improvements related to the revitalization and master development of an approximately 17.6-acre site with various public benefits including affordable housing, commonly known as the Balboa Reservoir Project; adopting findings that the loan agreement is consistent with the adopted Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program under the California Environmental Quality Act, the General Plan, and the priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and to authorize the Director of MOHCD or his designee 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.

This resolution allows the City to lease land at 11 Frida Kahlo Way to Balboa Lee Avenue, L.P. for 75 years to build a 127-unit affordable housing development, while also approving a loan of up to $28 million to finance the project. It ensures that the development aligns with the city's planning policies and authorizes city officials to finalize the agreements.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property and the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to enter into a Ground Lease for Real Property owned by the City and located at 11 Frida Kahlo Way (“Property”) with Balboa Lee Avenue, L.P. (“Developer”) for a lease term of 75 years and one 24-year option to extend and an annual base rent of $15,000 (“Ground Lease”) in order to construct a 100% affordable, 127-unit multifamily rental housing development affordable to very-low and low-income households, plus one manager’s unit; approving and authorizing an Amended and Restated Loan Agreement in an amount not to exceed $28,000,000 for a minimum loan term of 57 years (“Loan Agreement”) to finance the development and construction of the Project; adopting findings that the Project and proposed transactions are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing the Director of Property and/or the Director of MOHCD to execute the Ground Lease, Loan Agreement, and make certain modifications to such agreements, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein.

This resolution designates September 2025 as Muni Heritage Month in San Francisco to honor the San Francisco Municipal Railway's historical and cultural importance to the city. It aims to celebrate the contributions of Muni to the city's identity and transportation system.

Resolution declaring September 2025 as Muni Heritage Month in the City and County of San Francisco in recognition of the San Francisco Municipal Railway’s enduring legacy, cultural significance, and historical contributions to the city’s identity and transportation.

This ordinance aims to waive certain development impact fees in the Market and Octavia Area to encourage development, while also proposing changes to the residential special use district and the sunset of the Community Advisory Committee. It includes affirmations regarding environmental impact and consistency with city planning policies.

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

The ordinance creates a temporary amnesty program for properties with violations, allowing them to be recognized as noncomplying structures while waiving associated fees and penalties. It also streamlines the application process for these properties and requires certification of their existing conditions.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to: create a time-limited amnesty program for properties listed on the Department of Building Inspection’s Internal Quality Control Audit and subject to a Notice of Violation; consider those properties as noncomplying structures and nonconforming uses following certification; and waive fees and penalties associated with the Planning Department’s review of requests for amnesty, and refund any fees and penalties already paid by amnesty projects; amending the Building Code to: require certification of existing conditions for amnesty projects; prohibit expansion or intensification of non-complying amnesty structures; create a streamlined process for reviewing amnesty project applications; and waive fees associated with amnesty projects, and refund any fees and penalties already paid by amnesty projects; 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 necessity and convenience under Planning Code, Section 302.

The ordinance requires developers to disclose any unauthorized dwelling units when applying for development permits and mandates the Planning Department to investigate these units. It also enhances oversight to prevent fraud related to unauthorized units and ensures properties are inspected before approving any loss of residential units.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to require applicants to disclose the presence of any Unauthorized Dwelling Unit, and require the Planning Department to investigate any Unauthorized Dwelling Unit, upon submittal of a Development Application; require the Planning Department to document when a property is subject to a regulatory agreement subjecting any units on the property to the San Francisco Residential Rent Stabilization and Arbitration Ordinance; and require the Planning Department to inspect properties prior to recommending approval of any loss of a Residential Unit or Unauthorized Dwelling Unit; amending the Building Code to expand the Department of Building Inspection’s Expanded Compliance Control Program to address fraud, bribery, and failure to accurately represent the presence and number of Unauthorized Dwelling Units at properties subject to a permit application; 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 removes size limits on non-residential businesses in certain commercial districts, allowing larger businesses to split into smaller spaces while still exceeding size limits without needing special approval. It also standardizes size limits to round numbers and affirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to eliminate limits on Non-Residential Use Sizes in the Pacific Avenue Neighborhood Commercial District (NCD), Polk Street NCD, West Portal Avenue NCD, North Beach NCD and North Beach Special Use District, Regional Commercial Districts, and Residential-Commercial District; allow specified Non-Residential Uses that exceed the Use Size limits to divide into smaller spaces that may continue to exceed the Use Size limits, without conditional use authorization; adjust the Use Size limit in all NCDs to a round number; 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.