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Board amendments to Eastern Neighborhoods spark hour‑long public debate and mixed staff recommendations
Summary
The Planning Commission heard Supervisor‑introduced amendments to the Eastern Neighborhoods plan (affordable housing tiers, PDR replacement fee, Potrero Center and SoMa youth/family zoning). Staff recommended mostly against the most aggressive affordability increases while offering alternative incentive packages; the hearing produced a wide public split between housing advocates and business/property groups.
The Planning Commission held a lengthy public hearing on four pieces of trailing legislation affecting the Eastern Neighborhoods plan: Mission District housing/PDR replacement requirements; a SoMa Youth & Family Zone special‑use district; rezoning and special‑use treatment for the Potrero Center; and rezones of several public parcels. Staff presented a financial 'value capture' analysis and…
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