What happened on Wednesday, 16 August 2023
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
State regulators discuss mitigation strategies for PCE contamination affecting nearby residents.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI reports 824 instant online permits issued for kitchen and bath remodeling in 2023.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission upholds the Planning Department's decision regarding Alexandria Theatre restoration obligations.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners unanimously back continued illumination of Lift Every Voice in Golden Gate Park.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Two major construction permits filed totaling $85.8 million in July.
Neighborhoods and Community Enrichment Committee, City Council Committees, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Public comments reveal serious concerns over animal care negligence and neighborhood council governance issues.
Richland County, Wisconsin
Administrator Pash outlines UW campus viability assessment and future proposal process.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners fail to approve a motion denying the permit appeal, citing mixed votes.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission unanimously approves lighting and sound upgrades to enhance Spreckels Temple concert experience
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Approval for housing at 2550 Irving advances amid community concerns over PCE contamination.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
After a closed session on Aug. 16, the Building Inspection Commission voted unanimously to complete the performance evaluation for BIC secretary Sonia Harris, to initiate updates to the secretary job specifications and salary levels, and to initiate creation of a new director of commission affairs position.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DTSC confirms no PCE source found at 2550 Irving site following extensive soil and vapor analysis.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
At the Aug. 16 hearing planning staff said a historic-resource assessment and a consultant report both rated 3555 Pacific Ave. as a 'C', and planning did not find the building rose to the level of historic-resource designation. Neighbors argued the house retains integrity and should not be demolished.
Richland County, Wisconsin
The Campus Reconfiguration Committee voted to hold a campus tour and meeting on Sept. 13, and staff reported they are soliciting vendors for structural, mechanical and environmental assessments; Becker Professional Services called the buildings 'good bones' but said reuse will require significant investment.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Opponents urge denial of permit at 2550 Irving due to health risks from PCE.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Board members engage with city officials on planning and health initiatives impacting San Francisco
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners analyze PCE contamination concerns while evaluating a disputed construction permit.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission continued a proposed landmark designation for the Alexandria Theater to Sept. 20, 2023 after staff read a letter from Supervisor Connie Chan asking that the appeals process on a notice of violation conclude before landmarking proceeds. A member of the public objected to the continuance.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI staff briefed commissioners on multiple ordinances affecting permitting: an awnings amnesty (fee waivers) effective Aug. 19, a site-permit interdepartmental-review requirement and a 15% DBI fee increase that both take effect Aug. 28, and pending business-sign and development-impact-fee ordinances headed to final votes in September.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Tamer Durani highlights significant health risks from untreated PCE contamination in residential areas.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Appellants demand neighborhood cleanup despite project not causing PCE contamination issue.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI reported that demolition crews secured and reduced damaged scaffolding and reopened Octavia Boulevard after an Aug. 1 construction fire at 300 Octavia; inspectors also addressed an unpermitted illuminated structure observed July 28 at 1355 Market, which was removed and later covered by a demolition permit.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Community voices warn against housing development over PCE toxicity at 2550 Irving Street.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission recommended adding the San Francisco Go Club, Mitchell's Ice Cream, Mario's Bohemian Cigar Store & Cafe, and the Irish Bank Bar & Restaurant to the legacy-business registry; the motions passed unanimously (Go Club approved 4–0 on that item owing to a recusal).
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Residents urge cleanup of PCE contamination before housing construction proceeds.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Latest investigations verify no PCE contamination detected at Irving property ahead of construction.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Department of Building Inspection highlighted incremental expansion of instant online over-the-counter permits for low-complexity kitchen and bathroom remodels and a July 27 enhancement to its permit-tracking system that adds line-by-line document history, revision tracking and new dispositions to better show where permitting time is spent.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning Commission cites Alexandria Theater owner for failure to maintain historic property properly.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved making a wooden stage extension, lighting and a sound system permanent at the Spreckels Temple of Music and extended the Illuminate the Arts "Lift Every Voice" installation through August 2028, adding a requirement for interpretive signage and findings noting the poem's authorship.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Lopez shares dust control measures and encourages public communication regarding site issues.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Residents advocate for affordable housing while ensuring continued toxic cleanup efforts.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission supports San Francisco Go Club's application for legacy business recognition.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
TNDC discusses community outreach regarding PCE contamination during 2550 Irving project meetings.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
County representatives express frustration over technicalities regarding green belt application process.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
A divided but procedurally final outcome: the Board of Appeals’ handling of a neighborhood appeal over PCE contamination and an SB 35 site permit for 2550 Irving highlighted deep disagreements. Appellants urged active soil vapor extraction and neighborhood remediation; DTSC and city agencies said tests show no on-site source and that a vapor-intrusion mitigation plan will protect future residents. The board failed to reach a majority to remand or condition the permit and the appeal was denied by operation of law.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Board of Appeals rejected an appeal by the TimeSpace Alexandria LLC over an amended notice of violation tied to long-standing neglect at the Alexandria Theater (5400 Geary Blvd). Planning and DBI testimony documented structural decay and life-safety concerns; the board voted 4-0 to uphold the NOV.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Residents advocate for affordable housing project approval amid contamination appeal concerns.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City officials grant permit for new affordable housing amid environmental safety assurances.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission unanimously adds Mitchell's ice cream to the legacy business registry.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Commissioners address Ridge Rising property owner issues without online representation present.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Givner clarifies SB 35 criteria for board review of affordable housing projects before deliberations.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Community advocates call for swift approval of affordable housing amidst procedural hurdles.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission unanimously votes to continue landmark designation for Alexandria Theater to September 20.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
The Board of Equalization upheld rollback, requiring two years of production for requalification.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Board of Appeals denied an owner’s appeal of a Planning Department notice of violation for an unauthorized dwelling unit at 354 Head Street, citing years of incomplete corrective work and public-safety concerns; commissioners acknowledged the owner’s financial hardship but found no abuse of discretion.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Property owners argue land remains in Greenbelt despite county's rollback decision.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DTSC confirms groundwater safety at site and outlines community engagement efforts post-investigation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission marks territory acknowledgment and reviews strategies for enhancing the permit process.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DTSC recommends denial of appeal, citing need for full site characterization for PCE sources.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Public comments highlight need for scrutiny on preservation of unique Second Bay tradition homes.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI enforces rapid demolition at Hayes Valley site to ensure public safety and traffic flow.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Residents urge Utah County Commission to clarify budget changes and maintain transparency.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Transvinia supports appeal due to DTSC's inadequate response to soil contamination issues.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners support legacy business applications for Mario's Cafe and Irish Bank Restaurant.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DPH and DTSC assure community of safety during 2550 Irving Street development process.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
City council endorses item 30 and schedules future greenbelt application review.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Officials clarify livestock documentation requirements for maintaining Greenbelt eligibility in county.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Commissioners approved creation of an appointed chief deputy position on Aug. 16 but agreed to defer action to eliminate a confidential assistant because that second change may not have been properly noticed under the 24-hour agenda requirement.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
The Utah County commissioners approved action on a Ridge Rising parcel but said the developer must reapply and demonstrate two years of agricultural production before any deferral or abatement of a rollback can be considered; the parcel was rolled back on Dec. 14, 2022.