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Planning Commission Recommends Midtown Terrace Rezoning to RH1D
Summary
The Planning Department recommended and the commission voted unanimously to recommend rezoning Midtown Terrace from RH1 to RH1D to match existing detached single‑family character, correct a zoning error at 70 Skyview Way, and limit potential for two units on large lots. Neighbors and Supervisor's office supported the change.
The Planning Commission recommended approval Aug. 11 of a rezoning for Midtown Terrace, a Central San Francisco neighborhood west of Twin Peaks, changing the local zoning from RH1 to RH1D.
Planning Department manager Aaron Starr told commissioners the change would conform zoning to existing detached two‑story single‑family homes on approximately 3,800‑square‑foot lots, correct a zoning map error at 70 Skyview Way (currently zoned public but developed with a single‑family home), and limit the possibility of two‑unit development on larger lots. He said the city program for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) is separate: RH1D lots are excluded from the city ADU program but still may have ADUs under state law.
Multiple residents and Midtown Terrace Homeowners Association president Rick Johnson testified in favor, reporting broad canvassing and neighborhood support. The department noted four reasons to support the rezoning: fit with neighborhood character, limited downzoning impact, neighborhood-initiated request, and correction of the zoning map error.
Commissioner discussion focused on ADU policy and how state law interacts with local ADU programs. The commission voted unanimously to recommend approval to the Board of Supervisors (5–0).
Next steps: the Planning Commission's recommendation will be transmitted to the Board of Supervisors for a final zoning ordinance.
