San Francisco business & development decisions

Jul14Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Multiple ordinances on entertainment zone, grant thresholds, health plans, and ferry grant

The agenda includes several ordinances: creating a Chestnut Street Entertainment Zone, increasing the grant acceptance threshold for the Board, approving health service system plans and contribution rates for 2027, and authorizing a $4,000,000 grant from UCSF for the Mission Bay Ferry Landing project. All have been passed on first reading and await final approval.

Info onlyJul 14TransportationNo comment option listed

Jul14Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Ordinance to relocate liquor establishments and waive waste bin fees

Two ordinances are on the agenda: one amends the Planning Code to allow relocation of bar uses with existing alcohol licenses in specific districts, and the other waives street encroachment and occupancy fees for a waste‑bin enclosure project on Harry Street Steps. Both have been passed on first reading and are pending final approval.

Info onlyJul 14Business & DevelopmentNo comment option listed

Jul13Mon

Land Use and Transportation CommitteeSan Francisco

Change mezzanine size rule to half floor area

The Planning Code is being amended to raise the size threshold that defines a mezzanine as a separate story from one-third to one-half of the floor area of the story it occupies.

Info onlyJul 13Business & DevelopmentNo comment option listed

Jul13Mon

Land Use and Transportation CommitteeSan Francisco

Increase height limits in Potrero Power Station Special Use District

The Planning Code and Zoning Map are being amended for the Potrero Power Station Special Use District to raise height limits and modify land‑use, parking, rooftop, and building design requirements.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 13Business & Development

Jul13Mon

Land Use and Transportation CommitteeSan Francisco

Vote on amended development agreement for Potrero Power Station mixed-use project

The City and County will approve an amended and restated development agreement with California Barrel Company LLC for the Potrero Power Station Mixed‑Use Development Project, updating its housing, transportation, and phasing plans and applying certain code waivers.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 13Business & Development

Jul13Mon

Land Use and Transportation CommitteeSan Francisco

Exempt commercial-to-residential adaptive reuse from parking requirements

The Planning Code is being amended to waive certain parking, car‑share, and loading requirements for commercial‑to‑residential adaptive reuse projects.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 13Housing

Jul13Mon

Rules CommitteeSan Francisco

Vote on Vanessa Hartigan appointment to Port Commission

The mayoral appointment of Vanessa Hartigan to the Port Commission was approved.

PassedJul 13Business & DevelopmentNo comment option listed

What's happening

The mayoral appointment of Vanessa Hartigan to the Port Commission was approved.
The appointment term runs until May 1, 2030.

Why it matters

The Port Commission oversees port operations that affect trade, jobs, and regional growth.

Who is affected

Port usersLocal businessesResidents

How to act

Attend: Not listed in the source document.

Email: Not listed in the source document.

Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.

Jul 13, 2026, 10:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 14, 2026, 7:32 AM PTUpdated Sep 14, 2026, 12:15 PM PT

Decision update

Amended in committee

The committee amended the item and voted to approve the mayor’s nomination of Vanessa Hartigan to the Port Commission, term ending May 1, 2030. This is a committee action, not final Board of Supervisors approval.

Decided Jul 13, 2026.

Jul13Mon

Rules CommitteeSan Francisco

Vote on James Pappas appointment to Redevelopment Oversight Board

The mayoral appointment of James Pappas to the Redevelopment Successor Agency Oversight Board was approved.

PassedJul 13Business & DevelopmentNo comment option listed

What's happening

The mayoral appointment of James Pappas to the Redevelopment Successor Agency Oversight Board was approved.
The appointment term runs until January 24, 2030.

Why it matters

Board members guide redevelopment projects that impact the local economy and community.

Who is affected

Local businessesResidentsDevelopers

How to act

Attend: Not listed in the source document.

Email: Not listed in the source document.

Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.

Jul 13, 2026, 10:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 14, 2026, 7:32 AM PTUpdated Sep 14, 2026, 12:15 PM PT

Decision update

Amended in committee

The committee amended the item and voted to approve the mayor’s appointment of James Pappas to the Redevelopment Successor Agency Oversight Board, with a term ending January 24, 2030. This amendment does not constitute final Board of Supervisors approval.

Decided Jul 13, 2026.

Jul9Thu

Public Safety and Neighborhood Services CommitteeSan Francisco

Vote on liquor license for The Love Potion Library, 284 Noe St

The committee adopted a resolution determining that issuing a Type‑42 on‑sale beer and wine license to The Love Potion Library will serve the public convenience or necessity.

PassedJul 9Business & DevelopmentNo comment option listed

What's happening

The committee adopted a resolution determining that issuing a Type‑42 on‑sale beer and wine license to The Love Potion Library will serve the public convenience or necessity.
The resolution requests the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the license.

Why it matters

The license lets the library sell alcohol, supporting local business and ensuring regulatory oversight for public safety.

Who is affected

The Love Potion Library ownersPatrons and nearby residentsLocal employees

How to act

Attend: Not listed in the source document.

Email: Not listed in the source document.

Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.

Jul 9, 2026, 10:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 10, 2026, 8:19 AM PTUpdated Sep 14, 2026, 12:19 PM PT

Decision update

Committee motion passed

The committee passed a resolution to issue a Type‑42 on‑sale beer and wine license to The Love Potion Library LLC at 284 Noe Street, determining it serves the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco.

Decided Jul 9, 2026.

Jul9Thu

Public Safety and Neighborhood Services CommitteeSan Francisco

Vote on liquor license transfer to Del Rio Produce Market, 2214 Clement St

The committee adopted a resolution determining that transferring a Type‑21 off‑sale liquor license to Del Rio Produce Market will serve the public convenience or necessity.

PassedJul 9Business & DevelopmentNo comment option listed

What's happening

The committee adopted a resolution determining that transferring a Type‑21 off‑sale liquor license to Del Rio Produce Market will serve the public convenience or necessity.
The resolution requests the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the license.

Why it matters

The transfer allows the market to sell beer, wine, and spirits, supporting local commerce while maintaining public‑safety oversight.

Who is affected

Del Rio Produce Market ownersCustomers and nearby residentsMarket employees

How to act

Attend: Not listed in the source document.

Email: Not listed in the source document.

Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.

Jul 9, 2026, 10:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 10, 2026, 8:19 AM PTUpdated Sep 14, 2026, 12:19 PM PT

Decision update

Committee motion passed

The committee passed a resolution approving the person‑to‑person, premise‑to‑premise transfer of a Type‑21 off‑sale general beer, wine, and distilled spirits license to Del Rio Produce Market Inc. at 2214 Clement Street, determining it serves the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco.

Decided Jul 9, 2026.

Jul9Thu

Public Safety and Neighborhood Services CommitteeSan Francisco

Vote on liquor license transfer to Food Folk, 210 Clement St

The committee adopted a resolution determining that transferring a Type‑20 off‑sale beer and wine license to Food Folk will serve the public convenience or necessity.

PassedJul 9Business & DevelopmentNo comment option listed

What's happening

The committee adopted a resolution determining that transferring a Type‑20 off‑sale beer and wine license to Food Folk will serve the public convenience or necessity.
The resolution requests the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the license.

Why it matters

The license enables Food Folk to sell alcohol, boosting the local food‑service economy while ensuring regulatory safeguards.

Who is affected

Food Folk ownersPatrons and nearby residentsRestaurant staff

How to act

Attend: Not listed in the source document.

Email: Not listed in the source document.

Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.

Jul 9, 2026, 10:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 10, 2026, 8:19 AM PTUpdated Sep 14, 2026, 12:19 PM PT

Decision update

Committee motion passed

The committee passed a resolution approving the person‑to‑person, premise‑to‑premise transfer of a Type‑20 off‑sale beer and wine license to Food Folk LLC at 210 Clement Street, finding it serves the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco.

Decided Jul 9, 2026.

Jul7Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Create Municipal Finance Corp and Public Bank

The Board considered a charter amendment to establish a Municipal Finance Corporation and a public bank as nonprofit corporations, outlining their mission, principles, and governance. The amendment is slated for a public election on November 3, 2026.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 7Business & Development

Jul7Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Extend Planning Commission review of impact fee waiver by 90 days

The Board will consider a resolution extending by 90 days the time for the Planning Commission to decide on an ordinance that exempts corner‑lot projects under the Housing Choice‑San Francisco program from development impact fees.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 7Business & Development

Jul7Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Create Municipal Finance Corp and Public Bank (Charter amendment)

Supervisors will review a charter amendment that would establish a nonprofit Municipal Finance Corporation and a Public Bank, outlining their mission, governance, and purpose. The amendment would be placed on the November 3, 2026 election ballot.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 7Business & Development

Jul6Mon

Rules CommitteeSan Francisco

Reappoint William Adams to San Francisco Port Commission

The committee will consider the mayor’s nomination to reappoint William Adams to the Port Commission, with a term ending May 1, 2030. The item will be sent to the full Board as a Committee Report for July 7.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 6Business & Development

Jul6Mon

Rules CommitteeSan Francisco

Appoint Vanessa Hartigan to San Francisco Port Commission

The committee will review the mayor’s nomination of Vanessa Hartigan to the Port Commission, with a term ending May 1, 2030. The item will be sent to the full Board as a Committee Report for July 7.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 6Business & Development

What's happening

The committee will review the mayor’s nomination of Vanessa Hartigan to the Port Commission, with a term ending May 1, 2030. The item will be sent to the full Board as a Committee Report for July 7.

Why it matters

The Port Commission guides the city’s waterfront and port operations, influencing trade and jobs.

Who is affected

port workerslocal businessescity residents

How to act

Attend: Attend the full Board meeting on July 7, 2026.

Email: Send written comments to the Clerk of the Committee at 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244, San Francisco, CA 94102.

Submit comment: Send written comments to the Clerk of the Committee at 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244, San Francisco, CA 94102.

Jul 6, 2026, 10:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 8, 2026, 8:03 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:17 PM PT

Decision update

Amended

The Rules Committee voted to recommend the mayor’s nomination of Vanessa Hartigan to the Port Commission as amended in a committee report. This recommendation does not constitute final confirmation of the appointment.

Decided Jul 6, 2026.

Jul6Mon

Rules CommitteeSan Francisco

Create Lower Haight Entertainment Zone on Haight and Fillmore Streets

The committee is reviewing an ordinance to establish an Entertainment Zone on Haight Street from Webster to Scott and on Fillmore Street from Waller to Oak, affirming the Planning Department’s CEQA determination. The item is under the 30‑day rule and will be referred to the full Board as a Committee Report.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 6Business & Development

Jul6Mon

Rules CommitteeSan Francisco

Appoint Rich Lee to San Francisco Port Commission

The committee will review the mayor’s nomination of Rich Lee to the Port Commission, with a term ending May 1, 2030. The item will be sent to the full Board as a Committee Report for July 7.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 6Business & Development

Jul6Mon

Rules CommitteeSan Francisco

Establish Lower Haight Entertainment Zone on Haight Street

The committee is reviewing an ordinance to create an entertainment zone on Haight Street from Webster to Scott, and on Fillmore from Waller to Oak, affirming the Planning Department’s CEQA determination.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 6Business & Development

Jul6Mon

Rules CommitteeSan Francisco

Create Chestnut Street Entertainment Zone in San Francisco

The committee is reviewing an ordinance to establish an entertainment zone on Chestnut Street from Divisadero to Fillmore, and on adjacent streets. The chair plans to move the item to the full Board as a Committee Report for July 7.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 6Business & Development

What's happening

The committee is reviewing an ordinance to establish an entertainment zone on Chestnut Street from Divisadero to Fillmore, and on adjacent streets. The chair plans to move the item to the full Board as a Committee Report for July 7.

Why it matters

The zone would allow more nightlife businesses and could affect noise, safety, and local businesses.

Who is affected

local businessesresidentsnightlife patrons

How to act

Attend: Attend the full Board meeting on July 7, 2026.

Email: Send written comments to the Clerk of the Board at victor.young@sfgov.org.

Submit comment: Submit written comments to the Clerk’s office before the hearing.

Jul 6, 2026, 10:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 7, 2026, 8:34 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:17 PM PT

Decision update

Passed

The Board of Supervisors passed an ordinance amending the Administrative Code to create the Chestnut Street Entertainment Zone on the specified streets and to update cross‑references to the Transportation Code, while affirming the Planning Department’s CEQA determination.

Decided Jul 6, 2026.

Jul6Mon

Rules CommitteeSan Francisco

Create Affordable Grocery Fund

The committee is reviewing an initiative ordinance to amend the Administrative Code and create a fund for affordable, nutritious food. The ordinance would be placed on the November 3, 2026 ballot for voter approval.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 6Business & Development

Jul6Mon

Rules CommitteeSan Francisco

Create Lower Haight Entertainment Zone

The committee is reviewing an ordinance to amend the Administrative Code and establish an Entertainment Zone on Haight Street from Webster to Scott and on Fillmore Street from Waller to Oak. The Chair plans to refer the item to the full Board as a Committee Report for July 7.

Under discussionComment period has passedJul 6Business & Development

Jul2Thu

Government Audit and Oversight CommitteeSan Francisco

Vote on Inclusionary Housing program changes and fee reductions

The committee considered an ordinance to amend the Planning Code, reducing requirements for the Inclusionary Affordable Housing Program for projects of 25 units or more and eliminating them for smaller projects. The changes also allow developers to dedicate land instead of paying fees and modify impact fee requirements. The ordinance includes conforming updates to the Building and Administrative Codes.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 2Housing

Jun30Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Exempt Commercial-to-Residential Adaptive Reuse from Parking Rules

The Board is asked to amend the Planning Code to waive parking, car‑share, and loading requirements for commercial‑to‑residential adaptive‑reuse projects.

Info onlyJun 30Business & DevelopmentNo comment option listed

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Business & Development

Multiple ordinances on entertainment zone, grant thresholds, health plans, and ferry grant

Ordinance to relocate liquor establishments and waive waste bin fees

Change mezzanine size rule to half floor area

Increase height limits in Potrero Power Station Special Use District

Vote on amended development agreement for Potrero Power Station mixed-use project

Exempt commercial-to-residential adaptive reuse from parking requirements

Vote on Vanessa Hartigan appointment to Port Commission

Amended in committee

Vote on James Pappas appointment to Redevelopment Oversight Board

Amended in committee

Vote on liquor license for The Love Potion Library, 284 Noe St

Committee motion passed

Vote on liquor license transfer to Del Rio Produce Market, 2214 Clement St

Committee motion passed

Vote on liquor license transfer to Food Folk, 210 Clement St

Committee motion passed

Create Municipal Finance Corp and Public Bank

Extend Planning Commission review of impact fee waiver by 90 days

Create Municipal Finance Corp and Public Bank (Charter amendment)

Reappoint William Adams to San Francisco Port Commission

Appoint Vanessa Hartigan to San Francisco Port Commission

Amended

Create Lower Haight Entertainment Zone on Haight and Fillmore Streets

Appoint Rich Lee to San Francisco Port Commission

Establish Lower Haight Entertainment Zone on Haight Street

Create Chestnut Street Entertainment Zone in San Francisco

Passed

Create Affordable Grocery Fund

Create Lower Haight Entertainment Zone

Vote on Inclusionary Housing program changes and fee reductions

Exempt Commercial-to-Residential Adaptive Reuse from Parking Rules