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Resolution imposes interim zoning controls for 18 months requiring a Conditional Use permit for new convenience stores in the Tenderloin and South of Market Public Safety Zone.
What's happening
Why it matters
Controls new retail development in a safety‑sensitive area, influencing neighborhood character and safety.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 2501.
Email: john.carroll@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend a resolution imposing interim zoning controls for 18 months that require a Conditional Use authorization for new convenience stores in the Tenderloin and South of Market public safety zone. The recommendation does not represent final approval.
Decided Jun 1, 2026.
The city is amending the Administrative Code to create the Downtown Hospitality Zone covering a defined area.
What's happening
Why it matters
It authorizes outdoor alcohol consumption, which can boost commercial activity and affect residents and public safety.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Rules Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250, on June 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: victor.young@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee passed an amendment to the Administrative Code that creates the Downtown Hospitality Zone within the specified boundaries and affirms the Planning Department’s CEQA determination. This amendment is not final approval by the Board of Supervisors.
Decided Jun 1, 2026.
A Type‑21 off‑sale liquor license is being transferred to Harlan Records at 447 Bush Street/18 Harlan Place.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving the license adds an off‑sale alcohol retailer, influencing neighborhood access to alcohol and local commerce.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the committee meeting at City Hall, Room 250, at 10:00 AM on May 28, 2026.
Email: Email the committee clerk at monique.crayton@sfgov.org.
Submit comment: No comment period listed in the agenda.
Decision update
The committee passed a resolution finding that transferring a Type‑21 off‑sale liquor license to Harlan Records at 447 Bush Street/18 Harlan Place serves the public convenience or necessity, and it requested the state alcohol board to impose conditions on the license.
Decided May 28, 2026.
A Type‑20 off‑sale beer and wine license is being transferred to Castro Bottle Shop at 2306 Market Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving the license adds an off‑sale beer and wine retailer, impacting local access to alcohol and neighborhood business.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the committee meeting at City Hall, Room 250, at 10:00 AM on May 28, 2026.
Email: Email the committee clerk at monique.crayton@sfgov.org.
Submit comment: No comment period listed in the agenda.
Decision update
The committee passed a resolution finding that transferring a Type‑20 off‑sale beer and wine liquor license to Castro Bottle Shop at 2306 Market Street serves the public convenience or necessity, and it requested the state alcohol board to impose conditions on the license.
Decided May 28, 2026.
A Type‑48 on‑sale liquor license is being transferred to Indie Darling at 537 Stevenson Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving the license allows a new venue to serve alcohol, affecting local economy and neighborhood activity.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the committee meeting at City Hall, Room 250, at 10:00 AM on May 28, 2026.
Email: Email the committee clerk at monique.crayton@sfgov.org.
Submit comment: No comment period listed in the agenda.
Decision update
The committee passed a resolution finding that transferring a Type‑48 on‑sale liquor license to Indie Darling at 537 Stevenson Street serves the public convenience or necessity, and it requested the state alcohol board to impose conditions on the license.
Decided May 28, 2026.
Commission will receive a verbal report from the Department of Planning and Development.
The Commission will discuss the FY 2026‑2027 work plan.
The Board will hear a report from the County Executive’s Office about Fairgrounds initiatives and departmental updates.
The commission approved the Conditional Use Permit and Land Use Permit for a Chick‑Fil‑A drive‑through at 4765 Calle Real in Eastern Goleta Valley.
What's happening
Why it matters
It allows a new fast‑food drive‑through to be built, affecting traffic, the local economy, and nearby residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Planning Commission meeting in person or via Zoom webinar.
Email: Submit comments by email to dvillalo@countyofsb.org before the deadline.
Submit comment: Provide written comments to the Recording Secretary as described in the agenda.
Planning Commission recommendation
This is an advisory recommendation, not a final county decision.
The item “Vote on Chick‑Fil‑A drive‑through at 4765 Calle Real” was recommended approval (5–0).
Recommended May 27, 2026.
The commission will consider a resolution to approve a Special Use Permit for expanding the convenience market at 1471 E. 3rd Ave.
The commission will adopt a resolution to approve a Special Use Permit for expanding the convenience market within the existing service station.
The Library Foundation asked the board to approve reproducing select Loomis paintings for retail and public use.
What's happening
Why it matters
It allows the library to generate revenue and make art accessible, benefiting visitors and the local artistic community.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Library Board meeting at San Mateo Main Library, Cedar Room, 55 West Third Avenue.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit a 'Request to Speak' form to the Recording Secretary.
Decision update
The Library Board voted 3‑0 to grant the Library Foundation permission to reproduce selected paintings and line drawings from the Robert Loomis collection for retail and public‑facing use, providing final approval for the project.
Decided May 26, 2026.
The Planning Commission heard public testimony and adopted several resolutions recommending city council approval of a master‑plan environmental impact report, a zoning map amendment, a specific development plan for Phase 1, a parcel map change, and a parking agreement for Gilead’s proposed 800,000‑sq‑ft research campus. The items were presented as a combined public hearing.
The Center for Employment Opportunities will present its services to the partnership.
The commission reviewed the updated design for the Grant & Shoup playground.
The weekly Site Development / Fast Track public hearing scheduled for May 19, 2026 has been cancelled.
Public hearing on a new mixed‑use development at 445 S. B Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
The project could change land use, housing options, and traffic for nearby residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Hall Council Chamber or join via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Provide comments during the public comment period at the meeting, either in person or via Zoom chat.
Decision update
The Council approved the staff recommendation for the 445 S. B Street mixed‑use development, including the development agreement, project and environmental approvals, and related conditions.
Decided May 18, 2026.
Council will adopt a resolution to levy the annual assessments for the Downtown Business Improvement Area for fiscal year 2026‑27.
Council will adopt an ordinance to change the name of Peninsula Clean Energy to Westlight Energy.
The commission considered a set of specific‑plan amendments that would modify allowed uses (e.g., animal clinics, banks, business services) and increase office floor‑area bonuses in the Main Street Overlay.
What's happening
Why it matters
These changes could reshape the mix of businesses and services along Santa Cruz Avenue and affect future development opportunities.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person or via Zoom (ID# 846 9472 6242).
Email: planning.commission@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Written comments accepted up to 1 hour before the meeting start time.
Decision update
The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Council adopt the specific‑plan amendments for 870 Santa Cruz Avenue, including changes to permitted uses and bonus floor‑area allowances.
Decided May 18, 2026.
The commission examined a proposal to replace exterior materials, remove a roof tower, reconfigure storefronts, and add two illuminated signs on the building façade.
What's happening
Why it matters
Changes would modernize the building’s appearance and could affect street‑level activity and visual character of the downtown area.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person or via Zoom (ID# 846 9472 6242).
Email: planning.commission@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Written comments accepted up to 1 hour before the meeting start time.
Decision update
The Planning Commission voted 5‑0 to adopt a resolution approving the architectural‑control permit revision for 1215 El Camino Real as submitted.
Decided May 18, 2026.
The commission considered whether Peninsula Innovation Partners complied with the terms of its Willow Village mixed‑use master‑plan development agreement for 2025.
What's happening
Why it matters
Compliance results influence the city’s ability to enforce agreement terms and guide future mixed‑use development in the area.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person or via Zoom (ID# 846 9472 6242).
Email: planning.commission@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Written comments accepted up to 1 hour before the meeting start time.
Decision update
The Planning Commission voted 5‑0 to adopt a resolution determining that Peninsula Innovation Partners was in good‑faith compliance with the terms of its development agreement for the 2025 annual review period.
Decided May 18, 2026.