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Commission backs Mills Act administrative changes aimed at streamlining access for historic property owners
Summary
The commission recommended amendments to Mills Act administration: synchronized application schedules, standardized contracts and reduced fees to expand participation. Commissioners debated codifying value limits; the commission voted unanimously to parallel Historic Preservation Commission recommendations with an amendment changing preference language.
The Planning Commission heard an extensive presentation on proposed amendments to the city’s administration of the Mills Act and voted to forward recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. Supervisor Scott Wiener and Planning Department staff described a package intended to simplify and expand access for owners of historic properties, particularly smaller owners, by setting an annual synchronized application schedule, developing standardized contract templates with the City Attorney, and significantly lowering application fees.
Supervisor Scott Wiener said the Mills Act is intended to help property owners…
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