JOINT HEARING - PLANNING AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONS

Notice is hereby given to the general public that applications involving the properties and/or issues described below have been filed with the Planning Department for review as set forth in the City Planning Code. The Planning Commission intends to hold a PUBLIC HEARING on these items and on other matters on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at City Hall, 1 Dr .Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 400 beginning at 1:00 p.m. or later.

2023-003461PCA: Planning Code – Polk Street and Haight Street Neighborhood Commercial Districts [Board File No. 230410] – Ordinance amending the Planning Code to permit Health Services uses on the ground floor for specified areas of the Polk Street Neighborhood Commercial District (NCD), to clarify that in the Polk Street NCD and within a quarter-mile of its boundaries Tobacco Paraphernalia Establishments where any Tobacco Paraphernalia is sold, delivered, distributed, furnished, or marketed are not permitted, to clarify that in the Haight Street NCD such Tobacco Paraphernalia Establishments require conditional use authorization, and to clarify that Tobacco Paraphernalia Establishments do not include medicinal and adult-use cannabis retail uses; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of the Planning Code, Section 101.1, and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to the Planning Code, Section 302. For further information, call Veronica Flores at (628) 652-7525 or email at veronica.flores@sfgov.org and ask about Case No. 2023-003461PCA.

2023-003676PCAMAP: Constraints Reduction Ordinance [BF 230446]. A proposed Ordinance, introduced by Mayor Breed, amending the Planning Code to encourage housing production, by 1) streamlining construction of housing citywide, but outside of Priority Equity Geographies, as defined; 2) streamlining development of housing on large lots 3) allowing construction of buildings to the allowable height limit; 4) streamlining review of State Density Bonus projects; 5) streamlining construction of additional units in lower density zoning districts; 6) streamlining process for senior housing; 7) exempting certain affordable housing projects from development fees; 8) amending rear yard, front setback, lot frontage and minimum lot size requirements; 9) amending residential open space requirements; 10) allowing additional uses on the ground floor in residential buildings; 11) allowing homeless shelters and group housing in residential districts; 12) expanding the eligibility for the Housing Opportunities Mean Equity - San Francisco (HOME - SF) program and density exceptions in residential districts; and 13) allowing administrative review of reasonable accommodations; amending the Zoning Map to create the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use District; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1. For further information, call Aaron Starr at 628-652-7533 or email at Aaron.Starr@sfgov.org and ask about Record No. 2023-003676PCA.

2022-011807CUA: 51 PROSPER STREET – east side between 16th and 17th Streets; Lot 031 in Assessor’s Block 3564 (District 8) – Request for Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Planning Code Sections 209.1, 303, and 317 to merge units #2 and #5 at the subject property. The merger would result in the elimination of unit #2. The subject property is located within a RH-2 (Residential, House – Two-Family) Zoning District, a 40-X Height & Bulk District, and the Central Neighborhoods Large Residence Special Use District. A Planning Commission approval at the public hearing would constitute the Approval Action for the project for the purposes of CEQA, pursuant to San Francisco Administrative Code Section 31.04(h). For further information, call Matt Dito at (628) 652-7358 or email at matthew.dito@sfgov.org and ask about Record No. 2022-011807CUA.

2021-010176CUA: 2261 FILLMORE STREET– west side between Clay and Sacramento Streets; Lots 001 and 002 in Assessor’s Block 0630 (District 2) – Request for Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Planning Code Sections 202.4 and 303 to permit a change of use from a Movie Theater use to Retail Sales and Service use on the subject property within the Upper Fillmore NCD (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District and a 40-X Height and Bulk District. A Planning Commission approval at the public hearing would constitute the Approval Action for the project for the purposes of CEQA, pursuant to San Francisco Administrative Code Section 31.04(h). For further information, call Christopher May at (628) 652-7359 or email at christopher.may@sfgov.org and ask about Record No. 2021-010176CUA.

2022-005819CUA: 555 FULTON STREET, UNIT 307 – South side of Fulton Street between Laguna and Octavia Streets; Lot 105 in Assessor’s Block 0794 (District 5) - Request for Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Planning Code Sections 202.10, 209.4, 303, and 761 to classify the subject property as an Intermediate Length Occupancy (ILO) unit. Classification as an ILO unit allows a dwelling unit to be offered for occupancy for an initial stay with a duration of greater than 30 days but less than one year (365 days). ILO units are a use characteristic. The unit proposed for ILO classification will remain a dwelling unit. The subject property is located within the Residential Transit Oriented (RTO) and Hayes-Gough Neighborhood Commercial Transit Zoning Districts, 40-X / 50-X Height & Bulk District, and the Fulton Street Grocery Store Special Use District. The Planning Department has determined that the proposal is not defined as a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15378 and 150660(c)(2) because it would not result in direct or indirect changes to the environment. No exemption from CEQA will be issued. For further information, call Joseph Sacchi at (628) 652-7308 or email at joseph.sacchi@sfgov.org and ask about Record No. 2022-005819CUA.

2022-009960CUA: 555 FULTON STREET, UNIT 405 – South side of Fulton Street between Laguna and Octavia Streets; Lot 138 in Assessor’s Block 0794 (District 5) - Request for Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Planning Code Sections 202.10, 209.4, 303, and 761 to classify the subject property as an Intermediate Length Occupancy (ILO) unit. Classification as an ILO unit allows a dwelling unit to be offered for occupancy for an initial stay with a duration of greater than 30 days but less than one year (365 days). ILO units are a use characteristic. The unit proposed for ILO classification will remain a dwelling unit. The subject property is located within the Residential Transit Oriented (RTO) and Hayes-Gough Neighborhood Commercial Transit Zoning Districts, 40-X / 50-X Height & Bulk District, and the Fulton Street Grocery Store Special Use District. The Planning Department has determined that the proposal is not defined as a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15378 and 150660(c)(2) because it would not result in direct or indirect changes to the environment. No exemption from CEQA will be issued. For further information, call Joseph Sacchi at (628) 652-7308 or email at joseph.sacchi@sfgov.org and ask about Record No. 2022-009960CUA.

2022-010646CUA: 1970 OCEAN AVENUE – North side of Ocean Avenue between Lakewood Avenue and Fairfield Way; Lot 018 in Assessor’s Block 3280 (District 7) - Request for Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Planning Code Section 303 and 755, to install a new Macro Wireless Telecommunications Services (WTS) Facility, consisting of 16 antennas and ancillary equipment as part of the AT&T Wireless Telecommunications Network. The antennas will be screened by four new FRP screens designed to replicate an original feature of the building’s tower; the ancillary equipment will be located within the building. The Project site is located within the Ocean Avenue Neighborhood Commercial Transit (NCT) Zoning District and 45-X Height and Bulk District. A Planning Commission approval at the public hearing would constitute the Approval Action for the project for the purposes of CEQA, pursuant to San Francisco Administrative Code Section 31.04(h). For further information, call Joseph Sacchi at (628) 652-7308 or email at joseph.sacchi@sfgov.org and ask about Record No. 2022-010646CUA.

2023-001184CUA: WTS - 1310 JUNIPERO SERRA BOULEVARD – Southernmost point of Junipero Sera Boulevard; Lot 005 in Assessor’s Block 7380 (District RH-1(D)) - Request for Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Planning Code Sections 202.2, 209.1, and 303 to permit the installation of a Wireless Macro site containing (6) new antennas on (3) existing golf course hitting nets, (6) new RRUs, a concrete pad for corresponding equipment. The Subject Property is within the RH-1(D) Residential-House, One Family Detached Zoning District and a 40-X Height and Bulk District. A Planning Commission approval at the public hearing would constitute the Approval Action for the project for the purposes of CEQA, pursuant to San Francisco Administrative Code Section 31.04(h). For further information, call Heather Samuels at (628-652-7545 or email at Heather.Samuels@sfgov.org and ask about Record No. 2023-001184CUA.

2015-002604ENX-03: 667 Folsom Street, 120 Hawthorne Street, 126 Hawthorne Street – southwest corner of Folsom Street and Hawthorne Street; Lots 078, 081, & 082 in Assessor’s Block 3750 (District 6) – Request for a Large Project Authorization, pursuant to Planning Code Sections 329 and 841, to extend a previously-approved entitlement granted by the Planning Commission through Motion No. 19828 on January 5, 2017. The proposed project includes demolition of the existing structures and new construction of a 130-ft. tall, thirteen-story 202,454 sq. ft. mixed-use building consisting of 185,710 sq. ft. of residential use for 230 dwelling units, 8,873 sq. ft. of ground floor commercial space, and 12,798 sq. ft. of common and public open space. No automobile parking is being proposed and the project includes 133 Class 1 and 15 Class 2 bicycle parking spaces. The project obtained exceptions from the Planning Code requirements for rear yard, dwelling unit exposure, off-street loading, and bulk, pursuant to Planning Code Sections 134, 140, 152.1, and 270, respectively. The subject properties are located within the Mixed Use Residential (MUR) Zoning District and a 130-G Height and Bulk District. This action constitutes the Approval Action for the project for purposes of CEQA, pursuant to Section 31.04(h) of the San Francisco Administrative Code. For further information, call Alex Westhoff at (628) 652-7314, or e-mail at alex.westhoff@sfgov.org and ask about Case No. 2015-002604ENX-03.

2022-008877DRP: 50 28TH STREET between Dolores and Guerrero Streets; Lot 009A in Assessor’s Block 6599 (District 8) – Discretionary Review of Building Permit Application no. 2022.0802.7954 to construct a horizontal and vertical addition to convert a single-family dwelling to a two-family residential building within the RH-2 (Residential House - Two Family District) and 40-X Height and Bulk District. This action constitutes the Approval Action for the project for the purposes of CEQA, pursuant to San Francisco Administrative Code Section 31.04(h).). For further information, call Trent Greenan at (628) 652-7324 or email at trent.greenan@sfgov.org and ask about Case No. 2022-008877DRP.

2021-002481DRP-02: 900 CHENERY STREET between Surrey Street and Lippard Avenue; Lot 022 in Assessor’s Block 6732 (District 8 – Discretionary Review of Building Permit Application no. 2021.0107.2240 to construct a horizontal addition at 1st & 2nd floor of existing 2 story house over basement. Remodel basement and add guest suite. Remodel existing house and add bathroom & master suite with balcony. Property is located within the RH-1 (Residential House - One Family District) and 40-X Height and Bulk District. This action constitutes the Approval Action for the project for the purposes of CEQA, pursuant to San Francisco Administrative Code Section 31.04(h).). For further information, call Trent Greenan at (628) 652-7324 or email at trent.greenan@sfgov.org and ask about Case No. 2021-002481DRP-02.

It is strongly recommended that persons submit their comments in writing in advance of the hearing. Written comments may be submitted via email directly to the case planner.

Persons who are unable to attend the scheduled Commission hearing may submit written comments regarding these cases to the individuals listed for each above via email or at the Planning Department, 49 South Van Ness Avenue, Suite 1400, San Francisco, CA 94103. Comments received by 9:30 a.m. on the day of the hearing will be made a part of the official record and will be brought to the attention of the Commission.

Pursuant to Government Code § 65009, if you challenge, in court, the approval of a conditional use, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing.

05/24/2023