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Commission Deadlocks on ICI Paints Store at 1575 South Van Ness After Heated Hearing
Summary
The San Francisco Planning Commission failed to approve a conditional use permit for ICI Paints— proposed 5,000-sq.-ft. store at 1575 South Van Ness, splitting 3-3 after hours of testimony from union supporters, small businesses and neighborhood groups. Staff will prepare written findings reflecting the divided vote.
A divided San Francisco Planning Commission failed to approve a conditional use permit for ICI Paints to open a 5,000-square-foot retail and contractor supply store at 1575 South Van Ness, leaving the project without the discretionary approval it sought.
The hearing drew large public turnout. John Becker, vice president of Teamsters Local 853, urged approval, saying the store preserves union jobs and provides benefits: "ICI operates a union facility ... they're paid decent wages, good health benefits". Dozens of neighbors and small-business…
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