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Planning Commission approves 6‑story project at 98 Pennsylvania Street over neighborhood objections, 5–1

San Francisco Planning Commission · March 2, 2023
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Summary

After an extended public hearing on design, safety and a possible adjacent rail tunnel, the Planning Commission voted 5–1 to approve a 6‑story, 64‑unit residential project at 98 Pennsylvania Street that includes 10 on‑site affordable units under the state density bonus.

The San Francisco Planning Commission voted 5–1 to approve a large project authorization for 98 Pennsylvania Street, allowing a six‑story, approximately 74,000‑square‑foot residential building with 64 dwelling units and 10 on‑site affordable units.

Planning Department staff recommended approval, finding the project consistent with the Showplace‑Square/Potrero Hill area plan and the General Plan. Staff described the proposal as maximizing residential density on a surface parking lot near transit and public­-serving corridors. The project is pursuing a 49 percent state density bonus and requested three waivers (rear yard, ground‑floor ceiling height…

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