Land Use and Transportation Committee

What's happening

• The ordinance would exempt certain post‑secondary schools in downtown districts from master‑plan requirements and set new thresholds for plan updates. The committee will consider the proposal before sending it onward.

Why it matters

It reduces paperwork for schools and may speed up development projects, while still requiring plans for larger expansions.

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• The ordinance would waive the street‑encroachment permit fee and annual right‑of‑way occupancy fee for a project installing a waste‑bin enclosure at the Harry Street Steps intersection.

Why it matters

Waiving the fees reduces costs for the project sponsor and may speed up installation of the waste‑bin enclosure, improving sidewalk cleanliness.

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• The committee will move a resolution to name the 500 and 600 blocks of Connecticut Street "Art Agnos Way" in honor of former Mayor Art Agnos. The motion will be referred to the full Board for consideration on June 30, 2026.

Why it matters

Naming the street publicly honors a longtime public servant and updates city maps and signage.

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• The Planning Code would be amended to raise the maximum number of hotel guest rooms allowed as a conditional use in two‑family and three‑family residential districts from five to eight.

Why it matters

Allows larger boutique hotels in residential neighborhoods, potentially increasing tourism and housing pressure.

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• An ordinance would let existing bar licenses move or re‑establish within the Third Street Alcohol Restricted Use District and Bayview Neighborhood Commercial District. The proposal has been assigned under the 30‑day rule and referred to the Planning Department.

Why it matters

It could enable bar owners to relocate without losing their licenses, affecting nightlife options and neighborhood character.

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