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Commission approves 321 Florida large‑project authorization with conditions on design, open space and shadow mitigation
Summary
After extensive public comment and questioning about shadows, solar panels, open space and unit mix, the commission adopted shadow findings (6–1) and approved the large‑project authorization (7–0) for 321 Florida St., requiring final design return and conditions encouraging usable balconies, additional rooftop open space and ground‑floor two‑bedroom units where feasible.
The Planning Commission on Feb. 25 approved large‑project authorization for a proposed nine‑story mixed‑use building at 321 Florida St. after extensive public testimony and commissioner questioning about shadows, solar‑panel impacts, unit mix and usable open space. The project sponsor, DM Development, proposed 168 dwelling units (including 23 below‑market‑rate units), 47 vehicle parking spaces, 128 bicycle parking spaces, and a donated ground‑floor space for a nonprofit arts organization.
Planning staff reported the project is eligible for streamlined CEQA review under the Eastern Neighborhoods plan and presented a shadow analysis that estimated a net new annual shadow increase on Franklin Square park of about 0.34% (approximately 2,400,000 annual…
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