Mayor Lurie's PermitSF Initiative Update: Day 100

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In our previous article, we introduced you to the first 100 days of the PermitSF initiative launched by Mayor Lurie. Our last article coincided with the 100 day milestone. We are now approaching the 200 day milestone and a lot has already changed.

All the ordinances he introduced in May are already approved and signed into law!

We don't think we've ever seen legislation sail through the bureaucratic process so quickly. All 7 ordinances were approved in just 2 months. Here's are those ordinances again, in case you need a refresher:

Ordinance 250537 clears the path for more Entertainment Permits and Amplified Sound Permits. 

Ordinance 250538 allows most Conditional Use permits to be processed faster, which will hopefully help new businesses open more quickly. 

Ordinance 250539 helps eliminate ridiculous violations small businesses are frequently faced with, including violations for unwarranted business signs and gates. 

Ordinance 250540  eliminates the need for public hearings for temporary use permits which should help activate vacant spaces with retail, arts, and community organizations. 

Ordinance 250541 takes a swing at unnecessary DPW permits by eliminating the need for permits for cafe tables/chairs, sidewalk merchandise displays, and minor street encroachments for a variety of building-mounted elements including out-swinging doors/gates, ADA buttons, and utility piping. Ordinance 250608 also updates the DPW fee schedule to eliminate permit fees for these items.

Ordinance 250542 expands the type of commercial uses that are allowed on the ground floor in C-3 districts, and also on floors 2 and above in RC Districts.

We hope this helps update you on legislation that may help you find new commercial tenants for your vacant spaces, or explore potential development improvements.   Check out our next article about the Day 200 legislation that's headed to the City.

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