Board of Supervisors - 2026-04-28
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Meeting Summary
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors passed an ordinance increasing the allowed height for the One Oak St. project podium from 120 feet to 140 feet. The board also adopted an alternative plan to SB 79 with amendments allowing the Planning Director to administratively update exemption tables based on HCD guidance, and approved legislation creating entertainment zones in Glen Park and Upper Fillmore neighborhoods.
Key Decisions (13)
One Oak St. Height Increase
Ordinance amending the zoning map to increase the allowed height for the podium of the One Oak St. building from the current base height limit of 120 feet to 140 feet.
SB 79 Alternative Plan with Amendment
Ordinance adopting an alternative plan to SB 79 regarding transit-oriented development, temporarily and permanently excluding certain sites from SB 79 provisions, with an amendment authorizing the Planning Director to update exemption tables if HCD determines any parcels are ineligible for exemptions.
Glen Park Entertainment Zone
Ordinance creating the Glen Park Entertainment Zone on Diamond St. between Monterey Blvd. and Chenery St., Chenery St. between Brompton Ave. and Carey St., Monterey Blvd. between Diamond St. and Joost Ave., and Kern St. between Brompton Ave. and Diamond St.
Upper Fillmore Entertainment Zone
Ordinance creating the Upper Fillmore Entertainment Zone on Fillmore St. from Jackson to Sutter Streets, California St. from Fillmore St. to Steiner St., and Pine St. from Fillmore St. to Steiner St.
Pacific Islander Cultural District
Ordinance establishing the Pacific Islander Cultural District in and around the Visitation Valley and Sunnydale neighborhoods, requiring the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development to submit written reports and recommendations.
SFPUC Green Infrastructure Grant Program Extension
Ordinance extending for an additional five years through July 1, 2031 the delegation of Board of Supervisors authority to the SFPUC General Manager to enter into grant agreements under the Green Infrastructure Grant Program with 20-year terms.
845 Jackson St. Lease Amendment
Resolution approving amendment to lease at 845 Jackson St. 4th floor with Chinese Hospital Association for DPH's Chinatown Public Health Center, changing expiration date and increasing construction reimbursement allowance by $500,000 for new total of $800,000.
Curbside EV Charging Station Permit Program
Ordinance authorizing SFMTA to establish a curbside electric vehicle charging station permit program for installation and operation on city sidewalks, with permittees not required to obtain sidewalk encroachment permits from DPW.
Sheriff's Office Military Equipment Use Policy
Resolution accepting the Sheriff's Office Military Equipment Use Policy 2025 annual report and inventory, approving request for purchase of DFR drone for first responder use and tear ball grenades with OC pepper spray.
COPS Hiring Program Grant
Ordinance retroactively authorizing SFPD to accept and expend approximately $6.25 million grant from US DOJ COPS program to fund 50 new police officer positions for approximately one year, October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2030.
HUD Program Entitlements FY 26-27
Four resolutions approving MOHCD to apply for, accept and expend HUD entitlements: CDBG ($21.5 million), HOME ($6.6 million), ESG ($1.7 million), and HOPWA ($7.7 million).
Landmark Designation Initiations
Twelve resolutions initiating landmark designation for various properties including California Masonic Memorial Temple, Finocchio's, Fugazi Building, George Perrin House, Italian American Club, Maybeck Building, Mona's Candlelight, Nam Khu School, Old First Presbyterian Church, Transamerica Pyramid, University Club, and Vesuvio Cafe.
Great China Theater Landmark Designation
Resolution initiating landmark designation for Great China Theater at 626-638 Jackson St. was re-referred back to Land Use Committee for additional work.
Zoning Changes (1)
One Oak St.
Not specified
Development Activity (1)
One Oak St.
Height increase for building podium from 120 feet to 140 feet base height limit
Market Signals (3)
Housing Demand
City pursuing alternative plan to SB 79 transit-oriented development requirements while maintaining permanent exemptions for industrial employment hubs, indicating tension between housing production goals and industrial job preservation.
Infrastructure
SFMTA establishing new curbside EV charging station permit program, signaling city investment in electric vehicle infrastructure on public sidewalks.
Commercial Demand
Downtown Community Benefit District seeking early renewal and expansion from 43 to 70 blocks, adding Embarcadero portside frontage, with expanded cleaning, overnight safety patrols, and small business support services.