Board of Supervisors passes North Beach planning-code changes on first reading after heated debate
The Board approved a planning-code amendment affecting North Beach and related areas on first reading, 8–2, after lengthy debate and a failed effort to send portions back to committee. Supporters said reforms speed permitting and fill storefronts; opponents warned of oversaturation and asked for more community input.
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A divided Board of Supervisors on Oct. 28 approved on first reading a planning-code amendment led by Supervisor Sauter that consolidates the North Beach Special Use District into a single North Beach Neighborhood Commercial District, expands some allowed ground-floor uses, and creates a pathway for priority permit processing intended to reduce storefront vacancy.
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