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Board advances Stonestown redevelopment ordinances; project cleared for further approvals
Summary
The board voted to advance a multi-ordinance package that clears the way for the Stonestown redevelopment project, including a development agreement, changes to the general plan and zoning, and creation of an enhanced infrastructure financing district to support public improvements.
The Board of Supervisors on July 16 approved on first reading a suite of ordinances and resolutions clearing the way for the Stonestown redevelopment project in the southwest of the city.
Supervisor Rafael Mandelman recused himself from the Stonestown items due to proximity to his home. Supervisor Matt Haney Melgar (Melgar spoke as sponsor) described the project as a large redevelopment of the Stonestown mall site that would add market-rate and affordable housing, roughly six acres of open space, and neighborhood-serving retail and services adjacent to San Francisco State University and existing parks.
The package approved on first reading included:"an ordinance to approve a development agreement with Stones Town NW Parcel LLC and affiliates; a resolution of intention to establish an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) to fund public capital facilities related to the project; amendments to the General Plan and the Planning Code to create the new Stonestown mixed-use special districts; and related CEQA and zoning map changes."
Supervisor Melgar said the project provides an opportunity to build housing required by the city's housing element and to create union construction jobs, childcare space, and senior services. The Land Use and Transportation Committee had recommended committee reports for several of the items earlier in the week.
The roll call shows the ordinances and resolutions passed on first reading with ten votes in favor (Supervisor Engardio recused) and no votes in opposition among the seated members. Final approvals and implementation steps will follow standard permitting, CEQA clearance and EIFD formation procedures.
Why it matters Stonestown is one of the city's larger redevelopment opportunities. The package moves an entitlement pathway forward that could deliver thousands of housing units over time, including required affordable units and new open space, but final outcomes will depend on later approvals, financing, and construction timelines.
What to watch next The EIFD formation process, CEQA findings and second-reading votes; board members and community stakeholders said they will monitor implementation details including affordable unit mix, local hiring and neighborhood impacts.
