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Minimum Residential Density Requirements in RM, RC, and RTO Districts

  • When: 2024/12/17
  • City: San Francisco
  • State: CA
  • Category: Zoning Code Modification
  • Asset Class: Multifamily
  • Property Type: Affordable Housing

This ordinance amends the Planning Code to mandate minimum residential density requirements within Residential-Mixed (RM), Residential-Commercial (RC), and Residential Transit Oriented (RTO) Districts. The regulation excludes the RTO-Mission (RTO-M) Districts, aiming to enhance housing stock efficiency and adhere to regional housing needs. Additionally, it reaffirms alignment with the General Plan and incorporates public necessity and welfare considerations.

Why it Matters

This decision addresses housing scarcity in high-demand urban areas and ensures efficient land use through mandated minimum density. It strengthens the city's commitment to sustainable urban development and housing availability.

Source

Allowed Uses: Multifamily residential developments with minimum density requirements applicable to RM, RC, and RTO districts.

Density: Minimum residential density specified per Planning Code amendment.

Maximum Building Height: Aligned with existing RM, RC, and RTO zoning standards.

Previous Zoning: Existing standards in RM, RC, and RTO districts.