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Conversion of building space where the prior use was a Production, Distribution, and Repair (PDR) use of at least 5,000 square feet, an Institutional Community use of at least 2,500 square feet, or an Arts Activities use is subject to the provisions of Section 202.8 of the Planning Code, including but not limited to the requirement for Conditional Use authorization.
Zoning on 7/1/2016: UMU.

Added: 8/24/2022

Stormwater Management Ordinance

Projects that disturb 5,000 square feet or more of the ground surface must comply with the Stormwater Design Guidelines and submit a Stormwater Control Plan to the SFPUC for review. To view the Guidelines and download instructions for preparing a Stormwater Control Plan, go to http://stormwater.sfwater.org/ . Applicants may contact stormwaterreview@sfwater.org for assistance.

Added: 8/6/2010

Subject to Proposition X

Subject to Proposition X, see Planning Code Sec. 202.8.

Architectural Design Guide for Exterior Treatments of Unreinforced Masonry Buildings during Seismic Retrofit

Added: 8/27/2023

Design Guidelines

Area Specific Design Guidelines

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Fine Art Guidelines

These guidelines are intended to clarify the process and respective roles that developers, architects and artists will play, emphasizing the many avenues by which the one percent art expenditure can be creatively made. These guidelines apply to projects over 25,000 square feet.
Implementing the San Francisco Planning Code, Section 149, Requirements for Art Works in the Downtown Area

Urban Design Guidelines

The Urban Design Guidelines are an implementation document for Urban Design Policy in the General Plan. Sites in National Register, California Register, Article 10 and Article 11 Historic Districts are exempt. They apply in Residential districts only for projects with non-residential uses or residential projects with twenty-five units or more or with a frontage longer than 150’.

Citywide Design Guidelines

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This design guide should provide guidance on how to maintain the historical character of a building when conducting seismic retrofit.
General information only. Use of this information for specific applications should be determined in each instance by the user and only upon the professional advice of competent experts.

Design Guide Standards for Bird-Safe Buildings

These guidelines should be applied to new construction and alterations that require treatment options fo meet the Bird-Safe Building Standards.

Guide to the San Francisco Green Landscaping Ordinance

The guide describes the Green Landscaping Ordinance and helps san Francisco residents and property owners understand the benefits, requirements, and ways to comply with the ordinance.
Planning Code; Public Works Code

Guidelines for Adding Garages and Curb Cuts

These guidelines explain the criteria in which new garages and curb cuts are reviewed when installing to an existing or an historic building.

Guidelines for Ground Floor Residential Design

The Ground Floor Residential Design Guidelines (Draft) promote buildings that enhance the pedestrian experience and the livability of dwelling by encouraging the ground floor to contribute to active, safe, and comfortable streets.
Draft Document

Standards for Storefront Transparency

These standards promote a transparent storefront that welcomes customers inside with producets and services on display, discourage crime with more "eyes on the street," reduced energy consumption with use of natural light, and enhances the curb appeal and value of the tsore and the entire neighborhood.
Planning Code Requirements for Commercial Buildings

Better Streets Plan

The Better Streets Plan contains guidelines that focus on pedestrian comfort, safety, and the usability of streets as public spaces. They contain pedestrian-oriented guidelines for curb lines, crosswalks, and other street design features to enable generous, usable public spaces.

Commission Guide for Formula Retail

The purpose of this document is to evaluate the appropriateness of each individual formula retail establishment's use, design, and necessity to help preserve the character of the City's neighborhoods.
Aligns with Planning Code Sections 303.1, 703.3, 803.6(c), Article 6, Article 11

Standards for Window Replacement

With such a variety of different window shapes, muntin profiles, methods of operation and configurations, windows can alter the appearance of a building or overall neighborhood character. These standards are meant to inform the applicant on these details and provide design standards that allow new or replacement windows to be approved.

Zoning Letters of Determination

2022-003073ZAV Zoning Administrator Verification Letter (ZAV) 321 Florida St - ZAV Request

Opened: 4/6/2022 Status: Closed - Issued 4/18/2022

Contact: Maggie Laush maggie.laush@sfgov.org Tel: 628-652-7339

Please provide a Zoning Verification Letter and copies of any open/unresolved zoning code violations and copies of any variances and/or special/conditional use permits issued since May 2019 (excluding signage) you have on file for the property located at 321 and 309 Florida St; parcel: 3965022. Please do not incur more than $194.24 in fees without approval. (our ref# 157526-1)

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records: None

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2019-006407ZAV Zoning Administrator Verification Letter (ZAV) 321 Florida Street - ZAV Request

Opened: 5/7/2019 Status: Closed - Issued 5/7/2019

Contact: Bridget Hicks bridget.hicks@sfgov.org Tel: 628-652-7528

Request for Zoning Verification Letter

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records: None

View Zoning District Map - ZN8

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Official Zoning Maps

View Height District Map - HT8

View Special Use District Map - SU8

View Preservation District Map - PD8

View Special Sign District Map - Citywide - SS01

View Special Sign District Map - Detailed - SS02

Environmental Information

The sections below list environmental monitoring requirements and general environmental topics related to this property.

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Environmental Monitoring

The following projects on this property require Environmental Monitoring, which may include mitigation measures, improvement measures, and/or conditions related to Director Bulletin No. 2 for clean construction projects. If a project is listed below, the Environmental Monitoring document can be found under More Details. For questions about a project's environmental monitoring requirements contact cpc.environmentalmonitoring@sfgov.org. 

Projects with Monitoring Requirements

2018-016808PRJ

CEQA Information

Known environmental issues related to this property are listed below. Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), certain types of work on this property may require additional environmental review.

Air Pollutant Exposure Zone

Health Code Article 38

Site is located in an area with elevated pollutant concentrations. Sensitive use buildings, as defined in the Applicability section of the Ordinance, must comply with Health Code Article 38.

CEQA Impact: An Environmental Evaluation Application may be required for projects that generate air pollutants.

Added: 2/5/2025

Archeologically Sensitive Areas

Archaeological Sensitivity Zone 2 (high sensitivity)

California Government Code Section 65962.5

Added: 6/30/2023

Cortese List – State Database of Hazardous Sites

Not applicable.

Flooding: 100-Year Storm Flood Risk Zone (Stormwater)

Not applicable.

Flooding: FEMA FIRM Flood Hazards (Coastal)

This location does not fall within a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) pursuant to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM). Read more about the City’s Floodplain Management Program and the Floodplain Management ordinance or contact the City Administrator’s Office at floodplainadminister@sfgov.org.

Showplace Square/Northeast Mission Historic Resource Survey

AREA OF LOW OR MINIMAL FLOOD RISK

This location has an area of Low or Minimal Flood Risk - Flood Zone: X Unshaded

"Shaded" Zone X represents areas of moderate or low flood risk – these areas are subject to inundation during a flood having a 0.2-percent-annual-chance of occurrence, or during the 1-percent-annual-chance flood with depth less than 1 foot. "Unshaded" Zone X represents areas of minimal flood risk or areas that FEMA did not study or map. For San Francisco, FEMA did not study or map inland areas where stormwater flooding occurs during heavy rains. Flood insurance purchase requirements do not apply in these areas, but flood insurance may be purchased at reduced cost.

Flooding: Sea Level Rise

This location does not fall within the Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Zone, pursuant to end-of-century projections utilized by the City and County of San Francisco for Capital Planning Guidance (CPC Guidance). To learn more about the City’s sea level rise adaptation programs, please visit: https://sfplanning.org/sea-level-rise-action-plan

Maher Ordinance and Article 31

Health Code Article 22A and 31

The Department of Public Health (DPH) administers Health Code Article 22A (also known as the Maher Ordinance) and Article 31. Projects located on sites with known or suspected soil, groundwater, and-or soil vapor contamination are subject to the provisions of Health Code Article 22A. Submittal of a Site Assessment and Mitigation Program application (“Maher Application”) to and coordination with DPH may be required. Projects located on Hunters Point Shipyard parcels are subject to the provisions of Health Code Article 31 instead of Article 22A. For projects on these parcels, a submittal of an Article 31 Program Application to and coordination with DPH may be required. Applicants may contact DPH for assistance.
Read more about the Maher Ordinance and Article 31

Added: 9/24/2013

Seismic Hazard – Landslide

Not applicable.

Seismic Hazard – Liquefaction

Not applicable.

Serpentine Rock

Construction activities are subject to the Dust Control Ordinance requirements contained in San Francisco Health Code Article 22B and San Francisco Building Code Section 106.A.3.2.6. Requirements of the Dust Control Ordinance include, but are not limited to, watering to prevent dust from becoming airborne, sweep or vacuum sidewalks, and cover inactive stockpiles of dirt. These measures ensure that serpentinite does not become airborne during construction.

Added: 3/20/2013

Slopes of 25% or Greater

Projects on a parcel with an average slope of at least 25 percent and include any of the following: (1) New building construction, except one-story storage or utility occupancy, (2) horizontal additions, if the footprint area increases more than 50%, or (3) horizontal and vertical additions increase more than 500 square feet of new projected roof area? For more information contact cpc.epintake@sfgov.org.

Added: 5/13/2019

Slope Protection Areas - San Francisco Building Code

Not applicable.

Historic Preservation

Historic preservation surveys and evaluations. The Historic Resource status shown on this page is tentative, to confirm the status of your property please speak to a Preservation Technical Specialist. Tel: 628.652.7300; Email: pic@sfgov.org. For a glossary of terms, visit the Help section of this site.

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Historic Evaluation

Planning Dept. Historic Resource Status:

B - Unknown / Age Eligible

Parcel:

3965/022

Building Name:

Address:

309 - 321 FLORIDA ST

Status Reason:

Historic Survey Result and 45 years or older

National Register of Historic Places

None

California Register of Historical Resources

None

Article 10 Designated Historic Districts and Landmarks

None

Article 11 Preservation Designation

None

Mills Act

Properties with Mills Act approval.

None

Legacy Business Registry

None

Historic Resource Evaluation Responses

Evaluations for the Purposes of CEQA - These evaluations do not result in the automatic listing or designation of any property within the project area.

None

Historic Resource Assessments

None

Historic Resource Reviews

None

Historic and Cultural Resource Surveys

SF Survey

The San Francisco Citywide Cultural Resources Survey (SF Survey) is underway. SF Survey is a multi-year effort to identify and document places and resources of cultural, historical, and architectural importance to San Francisco's diverse communities. As a part of this effort, staff have been auditing past survey findings to ensure accuracy. To learn more, please visit https://sfplanning.org/sfsurvey .

This property is not in an Active SF Survey Area.

Past Surveys

Survey Name:

Evaluation Date:

8/17/2011

Parcel:

3965/022

Survey Rating:

6Z
Found ineligible for NR, CR or Local designation through survey evaluation. Not age eligible.

Showplace Square Historic Survey Results:

	Address:	309 FLORIDA ST
	Parcel:	3965/022
	Resource Attribute:	parking lot
	Year Built:	0
	CHRSC:	6Z
	Historic District:
	California Register:
	Architect:	N/A
	Architectural Style:	N/A
	Notes:	This building or vacant lot does not meet the minimum age requirements to be assessed for the California or National Registers.
	DPR 523A Form:	Click to view DPR 523A form

	View Showplace Square/Northeast Mission Historic Survey Website

View Showplace Square/Northeast Mission Historic Survey Website

View DPR Survey Form for Parcel 3965022

Historic Context Statements

The mention of a property in a historic context statement does not mean it is a Category A, Historic Resource Present. A formal evaluation must be conducted using the document's evaluative framework.

None

Architecture

Unknown

Planning Applications

Permits are required in San Francisco to operate a business or to perform construction activity. The Planning Department reviews most applications for these permits to ensure that the projects comply with the Planning Code . The 'Project' is the activity being proposed. For a glossary of terms, visit Planning Code section 102 , or the Help section of this site.

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2019-020974PRJ Project Profile (PRJ) 321 Florida Street

Opened: 11/7/2019 Status: Under Review 7/19/2021

Contact: Kelly Wong kelly.wong@sfgov.org 628-652-7397

Administrative permit for planning for change of use from vehicle parking use to auto sales and rentals. No new construction or demo

Address: 309 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records:

Project Features

201910184973

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2018-016808PRJ Project Profile (PRJ) 321 FLORIDA ST

Modification to 2018-016808PRJ

Opened: 4/9/2019 Status: Closed 4/9/2021

Contact: Michael Christensen michael.christensen@sfgov.org 628-652-7567

The proposed project is a mixed-use residential development, located in the Urban Mixed-Use (UMU) District, which would be built on an existing surface parking lot. The project as proposed applies the State Density Bonus Program, which allows for a 35% increase in density. The base project is a 6 story building, containing 95,385 square feet of residential use, and the density bonus project is a 10 story building, contianing 128,770 square feet of residential use, with 169 units, 54 parking spaces and 128 bicycle parking spaces. Thirty-one affordable units will be provided on site. The project proposes approximately 1,591 square feet of ground floor retail space. The PPA was accepted on 12/13/18 and the 60 day deadline is 2/11/19.

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records:

Project Features

2018-016808PRJ

-2018-016808ENV

-2018-016808ENX

-2018-016808ENX-02

-2018-016808PPA

-2018-016808SHD

-2018-016808TDM

202010287628
202111172596

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2018-016808ENV Environmental (ENV) 321 FLORIDA ST

Opened: 4/15/2019Status: Closed - CEQA Clearance Issued 5/14/2021

Contact: Planning counter pic@sfgov.org 628.652.7300

More Details

The proposed project is a mixed-use residential development, which would be built on an existing surface parking lot. Located on Florida Street between 16th and 17th Streets, 321 Florida aims to embrace the urban fabric of its surroundings with a mixed-use residential building - offering new rental housing and a lively and welcoming environment for residents and neighbors.

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records:

-2018-016808ENV

2018-016808ENX Eastern Neighborhoods Exception-329 (ENX) 321 FLORIDA ST

Opened: 4/9/2019Status: Closed - Approved 4/13/2021

Contact: Michael Christensen michael.christensen@sfgov.org 628-652-7567

More Details

Large Project Authorization to construct a new mixed-use residential building, located in the Urban Mixed-Use (UMU) District, which would be built on an existing surface parking lot. The project as proposed applies the State Density Bonus Program, which allows for a 35% increase in density. The base project is a 7 story building with 112 units, and the density bonus project is a 9 story building with 151 units and 133 bicycle parking spaces. Twenty eight affordable units will be provided on site. The project proposes approximately 1,577 square feet of ground floor retail space.

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records:

-2018-016808ENX

2018-016808ENX-02 Eastern Neighborhoods Exception-329 (ENX) 321 FLORIDA ST

Opened: 8/11/2023Status: Closed - Withdrawn 1/16/2024

Contact: Gabriela Pantoja Gabriela.Pantoja@sfgov.org 628-652-7444

More Details

Extension of the required performance period for issuance of a site or building permit as set forth in the Conditions of Approval #1 and #2 of Planning Commission Motion No. 20865 dated February 25, 2021. The project sponsor proposes the above-mentioned conditions of approval be amended or modified to ensure the existing LPA does not expire if a site or building permit is issued no later than February 25, 2027.

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records:

-2018-016808ENX-02

2018-016808PPA Preliminary Project Assessment (PPA) 321 FLORIDA ST

Opened: 12/13/2018Status: Closed - Informational 2/11/2019

Contact: Ella Samonsky ella.samonsky@sfgov.org 628-652-7417

More Details

The proposed project is a mixed-use residential development, located in the Urban Mixed-Use (UMU) District, which would be built on an existing surface parking lot. The project as proposed applies the State Density Bonus Program, which allows for a 35% increase in density. The base project is a 7 story building with 112 units, and the density bonus project is a 9 story building with 151 units. Twenty eight affordable units will be provided on site. The project proposes approximately 1,577 square feet of ground floor retail space. The PPA was accepted on 12/13/18 and the 60 day deadline is 2/11/19.

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records:

Project Features

-2018-016808PPA

2018-016808SHD Shadow Study (SHD) 321 FLORIDA ST

Opened: 4/9/2019Status: Closed - Approved 4/9/2021

Contact: Bridget Hicks bridget.hicks@sfgov.org 628-652-7528

More Details

Shadow Study Analysis for new construction of a mixed-use residential development, located in the Urban Mixed-Use (UMU) District, which would be built on an existing surface parking lot. The project as proposed applies the State Density Bonus Program, which allows for a 35% increase in density. The base project is a 7 story building with 112 units, and the density bonus project is a 9 story building with 151 units and 133 bicycle parking spaces. Twenty eight affordable units will be provided on site. The project proposes approximately 1,577 square feet of ground floor retail space. The PPA was accepted on 12/13/18 and the 60 day deadline is 2/11/19.

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records:

-2018-016808SHD

2018-016808TDM Transportation Demand Management (TDM) 321 FLORIDA ST

Opened: 4/9/2019Status: Under Review 5/31/2019

Contact: Andrew Perry andrew.perry@sfgov.org 628-652-7430

More Details

Transportation Demand Management Plan for mixed-use residential development, located in the Urban Mixed-Use (UMU) District, which would be built on an existing surface parking lot. The project as proposed applies the State Density Bonus Program, which allows for a 35% increase in density. The base project is a 7 story building with 112 units, and the density bonus project is a 9 story building with 151 units and 133 bicycle parking spaces. Twenty eight affordable units will be provided on site. The project proposes approximately 1,577 square feet of ground floor retail space.

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records:

-2018-016808TDM

Permitted Short Term Rentals

This section does not include pending or denied applications. Eligible applicants at qualifying properties may host short-term rentals while an application is pending.

None

Building Permits

Applications for Building Permits submitted to the Department of Building Inspection.

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Active Permits

Permit 202010287628

Status: FILED - 10/28/2020

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST

To erect 9 stories, 1 basement, type i-b, 168 residential units with retail & commercial building. (r-2,m,a-3,s-2)

Originally Filed:

10/28/2020

Parcel:

3965/022

Existing Use:

Proposed Use:

APARTMENTS

Existing Units:

0

Proposed Units:

168

Existing Occupancy Code:

R-2,M,A-3,S-2

Proposed Occupancy Code:

Code Definitions

Construction Cost:

$48,000,000.00

Permit 201910184973

Status: FILED - 10/18/2019

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST

Administrative permit for planning for change of use from vehicle parking use to auto sales and rentals. No new construction or demo. **maher n/a**

Originally Filed:

10/18/2019

Parcel:

3965/022

Existing Use:

PARKING LOT

Proposed Use:

PARKING LOT

Existing Units:

0

Proposed Units:

0

Existing Occupancy Code:

S-2

Proposed Occupancy Code:

S-2 Code Definitions

Construction Cost:

$0.00

Completed Permits

Permit 202111172596

Status: APPROVED - 7/21/2022

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST

Temporary lateral support of excavation for new structure by means of soldier beams,tiebacks, lagging, & internal bracing. No shoring or underpinning work on adjacent properties.

Originally Filed:

11/17/2021

Parcel:

3965/022

Existing Use:

VACANT LOT

Proposed Use:

VACANT LOT

Existing Units:

0

Proposed Units:

0

Existing Occupancy Code:

Proposed Occupancy Code:

Code Definitions

Construction Cost:

$1,650,000.00

Permit 200002151965

Status: ISSUED - 3/10/2000

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST

Demolition of a one story storage shed

Originally Filed:

2/15/2000 1:09:49 PM

Parcel:

3965/022

Existing Use:

STORAGE SHED

Proposed Use:

Existing Units:

0

Proposed Units:

0

Existing Occupancy Code:

Proposed Occupancy Code:

U-1 Code Definitions

Construction Cost:

$0.00

Additional Permits

Additional Permits (electrical, plumbing, etc) lodged with the Department of Building Inspections.

Other Permits

Other miscellaneous permits reviewed by the Planning Department. Depending on the activity being proposed a permit may need to be obtained from the Fire Department, Department of Public Health, Police Department, Alcoholic Beverage Commission or other organization. The Planning Department reviews most applications for these permits in order to ensure compliance with the Planning Code .

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Active Permits

None

Completed Permits

2022-010285MIS Misc. Permits-REF (MIS) 321 Florida St - Tower Valet Parking, Inc.

Opened: 10/20/2022Status: Closed - Approved 11/1/2022

Contact: Edgar Oropeza edgar.oropeza@sfgov.org 628-652-7368

POL referral - Commercial Parking Lot

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records: None

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2021-008964MIS Misc. Permits-REF (MIS) 321 Florida St - SP Plus Corp

Opened: 9/1/2021Status: Closed - Approved 9/8/2021

Contact: Edgar Oropeza edgar.oropeza@sfgov.org 628-652-7368

POL referral - Commercial Parking Lot

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records: None

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2020-003535MIS Misc. Permits-REF (MIS) 321 Florida Street - SP Plus Corporation

Opened: 3/12/2020Status: Closed - Approved 1/26/2021

Contact: Michael Christensen michael.christensen@sfgov.org 628-652-7567

POL referral - Commercial Parking Lot

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records: None

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2018-006460MIS Misc. Permits-REF (MIS) 321 Florida Street - Lion Enterprises

Opened: 5/1/2018Status: Closed - Approved 6/7/2018

Contact: Mathew Chandler mathew.chandler@sfgov.org 628-652-7340

Recommend approval as continuation of existing parking facility use pursuant to Planning Code Section 180. Police - Commercial Parking Garage Renewal

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records: None

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2017-002799MIS Misc. Permits-REF (MIS) 321 Florida Street - Lion Enterprises

Opened: 3/7/2017Status: Closed - Approved 4/10/2017

Contact: Planning counter pic@sfgov.org 628.652.7300

Recommend approval of SFPD Commercial Parking Lot Renewal for continuation of existing parking lot use, pursuant to PC Sec. 180.

Address: 309 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records: None

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2015-018328MIS Misc. Permits-REF (MIS) 321 Florida Street - Lion Enterprises

Opened: 12/28/2015Status: Closed - Approved 4/12/2016

Contact: Sylvia Jimenez sylvia.jimenez@sfgov.org 628-652-7348

Police Referral - Recommend approval for continuation of existing parking use

Address: 309 FLORIDA ST 94110

Further Info:

Related Records: None

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MB1401582 Misc. Permits-REF (MIS) LION ENTERPRISES

Opened: 9/2/2014Status: Closed - Approved 9/11/2014

Contact: Edgar Oropeza edgar.oropeza@sfgov.org 628-652-7368

continuation of existing use. - approval of this referral does not establish a new parking use at said site.

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110

Further Info:

Related Records: None

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MB1201121 Misc. Permits-REF (MIS) LION ENTERPRISES

Opened: 5/22/2012Status: Closed - Approved 8/20/2013

Contact: Angie Huisman angela.huisman@sfgov.org 415-575-9021

- Recommend approval of an NCU parking lot permitted to continue per P.C. Sec. 180.

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110

Further Info:

Related Records: None

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MB1100739 Misc. Permits-REF (MIS) LION ENTERPRISES

Opened: 2/24/2011Status: Closed 5/9/2016

Contact: Planning counter pic@sfgov.org 628.652.7300

-

Address: 321 FLORIDA ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110

Further Info:

Related Records: None