Planning Commission adopts findings for 3260 Sixth Street density‑bonus project

The San Francisco Planning Commission on Jan. 5 adopted findings under the state density bonus law and CEQA for a proposed six‑story mixed‑use development at 3260 Sixth Street.

Alex Westhoff of planning staff described the project as a demolition of a one‑story auto repair shop and construction of a six‑story building with about 11,356 square feet of residential area and 42 dwelling units (12 studios, 13 one‑bedroom and 17 two‑bedroom units). The project proposes 7 on‑site inclusionary units (about 25% of base density), will provide no vehicular parking and includes 44 bicycle parking spaces. Under state density bonus calculations staff said the project is entitled to a 50% density bonus and requested three waivers from development standards — height (up to 65 feet), reduced rear yard (proposed 22.9% vs. 25% code standard) and reduced common open space (proposed about 78.5 sq ft per unit instead of 100 sq ft).

Justin, representing the project sponsors (Bill and Wayne Mafara), told the commission the sponsors had performed outreach with neighborhood groups and plan to seek LEED Silver certification with features including solar PV and an all‑electric building design.

Commissioners praised the design and modifications made after community feedback. Commissioner Moore moved to adopt the findings related to the state density bonus; the motion was seconded and passed unanimously, 5–0.

The action allows the project to move forward with findings under the state density bonus program and with the department’s recommended CEQA findings; the commission did not take additional discretionary modifications beyond the findings adopted.