San Francisco Administrative Code Title 4 Supplemental Provisions
San Francisco Administrative Code · 2026-08 edition · updated 2026-10-19 · San Francisco
Cite as: San Francisco Administrative Code Title 4 · Text as of 2026-10-19
SEC. 43.15.25. LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION.¶
This Article XV, being necessary for the welfare of the City and its inhabitants, shall be liberally construed to effect its purposes.
(Added by Ord. 211-24, File No. 240726, App. 8/1/2024, Eff. 9/1/2024)
SEC. 43.15.26. OMISSIONS NOT TO AFFECT VALIDITY OF BONDS.¶
Any omission of any officer or the City in proceedings under this Article XV or any other defect in the proceedings shall not invalidate such proceedings or the bonds issued pursuant to this Article. (Added by Ord. 211-24, File No. 240726, App. 8/1/2024, Eff. 9/1/2024)
SEC. 43.15.27. ARTICLE CONTROLLING.¶
To the extent that the provisions of this Article XV are inconsistent with the provisions of any other ordinance, the provisions of this Article shall be deemed controlling. (Added by Ord. 211-24, File No. 240726, App. 8/1/2024, Eff. 9/1/2024)
SEC. 43.15.28. SEVERABILITY.¶
If any part of this Article XV or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect any other part or application of this Article which can be given effect without the invalid part or application; and to this end the provisions of this Article are declared to be severable.
The Board of Supervisors hereby declares that, regardless of such a holding, it would have adopted and passed this Article and each title, section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, and word therein, and application thereof, unaffected by such a holding.
(Added by Ord. 211-24, File No. 240726, App. 8/1/2024, Eff. 9/1/2024) CHAPTER 44:
[RESERVED]
Editor’s Note:
Former Ch. 44, “Adult Day Health Care Planning Council,,” comprising former Secs. 44.1 through 44.8, was repealed by Ord. 99-26, effective June 29, 2026. SEC. 44.1. [RESERVED.]
(Added by Ord. 329-81, App. 6/19/81; amended by Ord. 434-89, App. 12/6/89; repealed by Ord. 99-26, File No. 260217, App. 5/29/2026, Eff. 6/29/2026)
Chapter 45 — JURY FEES¶
| Sec. 45.1. | Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 45.2. | Grand Juror Fees. |
| Sec. 45.3. | Trial Juror Fees. |
Chapter 47 — PREFERENCE IN CITY AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAMS¶
CHAPTER 47: PREFERENCE IN CITY AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAMS
| Sec. 47.1. | Findings and Purpose. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 47.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 47.3. | Application of Preference. |
| Sec. 47.4. | Implementation and Monitoring. |
| Sec. 47.5. | Severability. |
| Sec. 47.6 | Undertaking for the General Welfare. |
Chapter 48 — RENTAL SUBSIDY PROGRAM FOR LOW-INCOME FAMILIES¶
CHAPTER 48: RENTAL SUBSIDY PROGRAM FOR LOW-INCOME FAMILIES
| Sec. 48.1. | Findings. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 48.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 48.3. | Administration of Program. |
| Sec. 48.4. | Local Homeless Coordinating Board Oversight. |
| Sec. 48.5. | Amount of Subsidy; Time Limits. |
| Sec. 48.6. | Limitation of Liability. |
| Sec. 48.7. | Severability. |
Chapter 49 — SECURITY DEPOSITS FOR RESIDENTIAL RENTAL PROPERTY¶
CHAPTER 49: SECURITY DEPOSITS FOR RESIDENTIAL RENTAL PROPERTY
| Sec. 49.1. | Security Deposit for Residential Rental Property Defined. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 49.2. | Payment of Interest on Security Deposits. |
| Sec. 49.3. | Remedies. |
| Sec. 49.4. | Waiver. |
| Sec. 49.5. | Severability. |
Chapter 50 — NONPROFIT PERFORMING ARTS LOAN PROGRAM¶
CHAPTER 50: NONPROFIT PERFORMING ARTS LOAN PROGRAM
| Article | |
|---|---|
| I. | GENERAL PROVISIONS |
| II. | LOAN ADMINISTRATION |
| III. | LOAN REQUIREMENTS |
| IV. | MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS |
ARTICLE I:
GENERAL PROVISIONS
| Sec. 50.1. | Purpose and Findings. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 50.2. | Definitions. |
Chapter 51 — VOLUNTARY ARTS CONTRIBUTIONS PROGRAM¶
| Sec. 51.01. | Purpose and Findings. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 51.02. | Duties of Tax Collector. |
| Sec. 51.03. | Duties of Mayor. |
| Sec. 51.04. | Expenditures from Fund. |
| Sec. 51.05. | Severability. |
Chapter 53 — URBAN AGRICULTURE¶
| Sec. 53.1. | Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 53.2. | "Urban Agriculture" Defined. |
| Sec. 53.3. | Urban Agriculture Program. |
| Sec. 53.4. | Urban Agriculture Goals. |
Chapter 55 — MECHANICAL STREET SWEEPING¶
| Sec. 55.1. | Background. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 55.2. | Evaluation of Mechanical Street Sweeping Operations. |
Chapter 56 — DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS¶
| Sec. 56.1. | Findings. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 56.2. | Purpose and Applicability. |
| Sec. 56.3. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 56.4. | Filing of Application; Forms; Initial Notice and Hearing. |
| Sec. 56.5. | Form of Agreement. |
| Sec. 56.6. | Signatories to the Development Agreement. |
| Sec. 56.7. | Contents of Development Agreement. |
| Sec. 56.8. | Notice. |
| Sec. 56.9. | Rules Governing Conduct of Hearing. |
| Sec. 56.10. | Development Agreement Negotiation Report and Documents. |
| Sec. 56.11. | Collateral Agreements. |
| Sec. 56.12. | Irregularity in Proceedings. |
| Sec. 56.13. | Determination by Commission. |
| Sec. 56.14. | Decision by Board of Supervisors. |
| Sec. 56.15. | Amendment and Termination of an Executed Development Agreement by Mutual Consent. |
| Sec. 56.16. | Recordation of Development Agreements Amendment or Termination. |
| Sec. 56.17. | Periodic Review. |
| Sec. 56.18. | Modification or Termination. |
| Sec. 56.19. | Limitation on Actions. |
| Sec. 56.20. | Fee. |
Chapter 57 — FILM COMMISSION¶
| Sec. 57.1. | Definitions. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 57.2. | Establishment of Commission; Appointment of Commissioners; Qualifications; Terms of Office; Compensation. |
| Sec. 57.3. | Powers and Duties. |
| Sec. 57.4. | Authority and Duties of Executive Director. |
| Sec. 57.5. | Authorization to Enter Into Use Contracts and Coordinate City Departments Regarding Film Companies; Consent of Relevant Departments; Cost Recovery; Sidewalk Closures and Postings. |
| Sec. 57.6. | Requirements for Film Companies. |
| Sec. 57.7. | Exceptions. |
| Sec. 57.8. | Film Rebate Program. |
| Sec. 57.9. | Administrative Penalties. |
| Sec. 57.10. | Authorization to Enter into Licensing Agreements for Film Commission Intellectual Property. |
Chapter 58 — RIGHT TO COUNSEL IN CIVIL MATTERS¶
CHAPTER 58: RIGHT TO COUNSEL IN CIVIL MATTERS
| Sec. 58.1. | Declaration of Policy. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 58.2. | Establishment of Right to Civil Counsel Pilot Program. |
| Sec. 58.3. | Right to Civil Counsel Pilot Program Funding, Administration, and Evaluation. |
| Sec. 58.4. | [Provision of Legal Representation for Tenants Facing Eviction.]* |
*Editor’s Note:
The drafters of Proposition F (June 5, 2018) did not include the title in Section 58.4 as submitted to voters; therefore, the title is bracketed to indicate that it is unofficial.
Chapter 59 — HEALTHY FOOD RETAILER ORDINANCE¶
| Sec. 59.1. | Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 59.2. | Findings. |
| Sec. 59.3. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 59.4. | Healthy Food Retailer Incentives Program. |
| Sec. 59.5. | Rules and Regulations. |
| Sec. 59.6. | Funding Policy. |
| Sec. 59.7. | Annual Progress Reports. |
| Sec. 59.8. | City Undertaking Limited to Promotion of General Welfare. |
| Sec. 59.9. | Severability. |
Chapter 60 — ASSISTED HOUSING PRESERVATION ORDINANCE¶
| Sec. 60.1. | Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 60.2. | Purposes. |
| Sec. 60.3. | Findings. |
| Sec. 60.4. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 60.5. | Notice of Intent to Prepay and/ |
| Sec. 60.6. | Public Hearing on Proposed Prepayment and/ |
| Sec. 60.7. | Relocation Benefits for Displacement Due to Conversion. |
| Sec. 60.8. | Right of Qualified Entities to Receive Offer for Purchase of an Assisted Housing Development. |
| Sec. 60.9. | Expiration of Rent Subsidy Contracts; Disclosure. |
| Sec. 60.10. | Administrative Relief. |
| Sec. 60.11. | Civil Actions. |
| Sec. 60.12. | Civil Penalties. |
| Sec. 60.13. | Rules and Regulations. |
| Sec. 60.14. | Severability. |
Chapter 61 — WATERFRONT LAND USE¶
| Sec. 61.1. | Findings and Declaration of Policy. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 61.2. | Land Use Planning Process. |
| Sec. 61.3. | Maritime Land Uses. |
| Sec. 61.4. | Acceptable Non-Maritime Land Uses. |
| Sec. 61.5. | Unacceptable Non-Maritime Land Uses. |
| Sec. 61.5.1. | Waterfront Height Limit Right to Vote Requirement. |
| Sec. 61.6. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 61.7. | Implementation. |
| Sec. 61.8. | Severability. |
| Sec. 61.9. | Amendment and Repeal. |
| Sec. 61.10. | Chaptering of this Ordinance. |
| Sec. 61.12. | Port Pre-payment of Jobs-Housing Linkage Program Obligations. |
Chapter 62 — DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIPS¶
| Sec. 62.1. | Purpose. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 62.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 62.3. | Establishing a Domestic Partnership. |
| Sec. 62.4. | Ending Domestic Partnerships. |
| Sec. 62.5. | County Clerk's Records. |
| Sec. 62.6. | Legal Effect of Declaration of Domestic Partnership. |
| Sec. 62.7. | Codification. |
| Sec. 62.8. | Filing Fees. |
| Sec. 62.9. | Civil Ceremony. |
| Sec. 62.10. | Recognition of Domestic Partnerships, Civil Unions, and Similar Legal Relationships of Other Jurisdictions. |
| Sec. 62.11. | Amendment and Repeal. |
| Sec. 62.12. | Severability. |
| Sec. 62.13. | Domestic Partnerships Ratified and Approved. |
Chapter 63 — WATER EFFICIENT IRRIGATION ORDINANCE¶
| Sec. 63.1. | Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 63.2. | Intent. |
| Sec. 63.3. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 63.4. | Applicability. |
| Sec. 63.5. | Regulation of Landscape Regulation of Landscape Irrigation Efficiency. |
| Sec. 63.6. | Regulation of Landscape Irrigation Efficiency. |
| Sec. 63.6.1. | Landscape Documentation. |
| Sec. 63.6.2. | Certificate of Landscape Completion. |
| Sec. 63.7. | Water Waste Prevention. |
| Sec. 63.7.1. | Irrigation Audits for Landscape Areas. |
| Sec. 63.8. | Enforcement. |
Notes
* * Editor's note
Ord. No. 301-10, File No. 101079, Approved December 3, 2010, repealed former Ch. 63, in its entirety, and enacted provisions designated as a new Ch. 63 to read as herein set out. Prior to inclusion of said ordinance, Ch. 63 pertained to limitations on water use for landscaping in new developments and landscaping renovations.
Chapter 64 — CITY EMPLOYEE AND CITY CONTRACTOR SAFETY AND HEALTH¶
CHAPTER 64: CITY EMPLOYEE AND CITY CONTRACTOR SAFETY AND HEALTH
| Sec. 64.1. | Masonry Dry-Cutting and Dry-Grinding Prohibited for City Employees and City Contractors. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 64.2. | Prohibition on Fire Department Provision or Use of Personal Protective Equipment Containing PFAS. |
Chapter 67 — THE SAN FRANCISCO SUNSHINE ORDINANCE OF 1999¶
CHAPTER 67: THE SAN FRANCISCO SUNSHINE ORDINANCE OF 1999
| Article | |
|---|---|
| I. | IN GENERAL |
| II. | PUBLIC ACCESS TO MEETINGS |
| III. | PUBLIC INFORMATION AND PUBLIC RECORDS |
| IV. | POLICY IMPLEMENTATION |
ARTICLE I:
IN GENERAL
| Sec. 67.1. | Findings and Purpose. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 67.2. | Citation. |
Chapter 68 — CULTURAL EQUITY ENDOWMENT FUND¶
CHAPTER 68: CULTURAL EQUITY ENDOWMENT FUND
| Sec. 68.1. | Purposes. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 68.2. | Principles for Cultural Equity Endowment Fund. |
| Sec. 68.3. | Establishment of Cultural Equity Endowment Fund. |
| Sec. 68.4. | Cultural Equity Initiatives Program. |
| Sec. 68.5. | Commissions to Individual Artists. |
| Sec. 68.6. | Project Grants to Small and Mid-Size Organizations. |
| Sec. 68.7. | Facilities Fund. |
| Sec. 68.8. | Administration of the Fund. |
Chapter 71 — MILLS ACT CONTRACT PROCEDURES¶
| Sec. 71.1. | Purpose. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 71.2. | Eligibility. |
| Sec. 71.3. | Application for Historical Property Contract. |
| Sec. 71.4. | Approval Process. |
| Sec. 71.5. | Terms of the Historical Property Contract. |
| Sec. 71.6. | Fees. |
| Sec. 71.7. | Departmental Monitoring Report. |
Chapter 72 — RELOCATION ASSISTANCE FOR LEAD HAZARD REMEDIATION¶
CHAPTER 72: RELOCATION ASSISTANCE FOR LEAD HAZARD REMEDIATION
| Sec. 72.1. | Intent and Purpose. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 72.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 72.3. | Conditions for Relocation Assistance. |
| Sec. 72.4. | Extensions to Payment of Relocation Assistance. |
| Sec. 72.5. | Rent Increases During Lead Hazard Work. |
| Sec. 72.6. | Violation and Penalty. |
| Sec. 72.7. | Enforcement. |
Chapter 74 — RENT ESCROW ACCOUNT PROGRAM¶
| Sec. 74.1. | General. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 74.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 74.3. | Rent Escrow Account Program (REAP) Funds. |
| Sec. 74.4. | Use of REAP Funds and Use of Health Code Article 11 Funds for REAP Purposes. |
| Sec. 74.5. | Precertification Procedures. |
| Sec. 74.6. | Certification by the Director-DPH, Escrow Accounts. |
| Sec. 74.7. | Expenditure of Funds for REAP Purposes. |
| Sec. 74.8. | Manner of Service for Use of REAP Funds. |
| Sec. 74.9. | Recording of Lien for Abatement Costs. |
| Sec. 74.10. | Refund of REAP Funds. |
| Sec. 74.11. | Payment of Administrative Costs. |
| Sec. 74.12. | Duties of the Director-DPH. |
| Sec. 74.13. | Effects on Tenants' Rights. |
| Sec. 74.14. | Supplemental Sources of Funds. |
| Sec. 74.15. | Applicability of Chapter 37, San Francisco Administrative Code. |
Chapter 77 — BUILDING INSPECTION COMMISSION APPEALS¶
| Sec. 77.1. | Purpose. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 77.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 77.3. | Appeals to the Commission. |
| Sec. 77.4. | Hearing by Technical Boards and Advisory Committees. |
| Sec. 77.5. | Appeal Procedures. |
| Sec. 77.6. | Appeals Barred. |
| Sec. 77.7. | Information Required to Be Furnished by the Department. |
| Sec. 77.8. | Required Notices. |
| Sec. 77.9. | Commission Rules and Regulations. |
| Sec. 77.10. | Fees. |
| Sec. 77.11. | Severability. |
Chapter 78 — DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING INSPECTION PERMIT TRACKING SYSTEM¶
| Sec. 78.1. | Purpose. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 78.2. | Permit Tracking System. |
| Sec. 78.3. | Reporting Requirements. |
| Sec. 78.4. | Compliance. |
Chapter 79 — PREAPPROVAL NOTICE FOR CERTAIN CITY PROJECTS¶
CHAPTER 79: PREAPPROVAL NOTICE FOR CERTAIN CITY PROJECTS
| Sec. 79.1. | Scope. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 79.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 79.3. | Exemptions. |
| Sec. 79.4. | Change in City Project. |
| Sec. 79.5. | Signposting Requirements. |
| Sec. 79.6. | Alternative Notice Provisions. |
| Sec. 79.7. | Permission to Enter Property. |
| Sec. 79.8. | Rights Affected. |
Editor's Note:
See also Chapter 79A, "Additional Preapproval Notice for Certain City Projects."
Chapter 80 — ANTI-BLIGHT ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURE¶
| Sec. 80.1. | Common Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 80.2. | Legislative Findings. |
| Sec. 80.3. | Administrative Enforcement Procedures. |
| Sec. 80.4. | General Provisions – Abatement of Nuisance. |
| Sec. 80.5. | General Provisions – Notice. |
| Sec. 80.6. | Abatement Actions Performed by City. |
| Sec. 80.7. | General Provisions – Injunctive Relief, Civil Penalties, Attorneys' Fees and Costs. |
| Sec. 80.8. | Cost Recovery. |
| Sec. 80.9. | Joint or Common Ownership. |
| Sec. 80.10. | Severability. |
Chapter 82 — LOCAL HIRING POLICY FOR CONSTRUCTION¶
| Sec. 82.1. | Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 82.2. | Findings and Purpose. |
| Sec. 82.3. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 82.4. | Coverage. |
| Sec. 82.5. | Local Hiring Requirements. |
| Sec. 82.6. | Local Hiring Incentives. |
| Sec. 82.7. | Additional Contractor Rights and Responsibilities. |
| Sec. 82.8. | Enforcement. |
| Sec. 82.9. | Miscellaneous Provisions. |
Chapter 83 — FIRST SOURCE HIRING PROGRAM¶
| Sec. 83.1. | Short Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 83.2. | Findings. |
| Sec. 83.3. | Purpose. |
| Sec. 83.4. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 83.5. | Scope. |
| Sec. 83.6. | First Source Hiring Administration. |
| Sec. 83.7. | Duties of City Departments. |
| Sec. 83.9. | First Source Hiring Requirements for Contracts and Property Contracts, and Other Work Performed in the City by City Contractors. |
| Sec. 83.10. | Violation of First Source Hiring Requirements in Contracts and Property Contracts. |
| Sec. 83.11. | First Source Hiring Requirements for Permits for Commercial Development and Residential Projects. |
| Sec. 83.12. | Violation of First Source Hiring Requirements in Permits and in Work Performed by a City Contractor on Non- City Projects in the City. |
| Sec. 83.13. | Records. |
| Sec. 83.14. | General Exclusions and Limitations. |
| Sec. 83.15. | Collective Bargaining Agreements. |
| Sec. 83.16. | Severability. |
| Sec. 83.17. | Limited to Promotion of General Welfare. |
| Sec. 83.18. | Operative Date and Application. |
Chapter 85 — THE HOUSING INNOVATION PROGRAM¶
CHAPTER 85: THE HOUSING INNOVATION PROGRAM
| Sec. 85.1. | Findings. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 85.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 85.3. | Housing Innovation Program. |
| Sec. 85.4. | Administration of Program. |
| Sec. 85.5. | Undertaking for the General Welfare. |
| Sec. 85.6. | Severability. |
Chapter 87 — FAIR HOUSING IMPLEMENTATION ORDINANCE¶
| Sec. 87.1. | Short Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 87.2. | Findings. |
| Sec. 87.3. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 87.4. | Compliance with Fair Housing Laws. |
| Sec. 87.5. | No Decisions Based on Discriminatory Information. |
| Sec. 87.6. | Nondiscriminatory Conditions of Approval. |
| Sec. 87.7. | Reasonable Accommodations. |
| Sec. 87.8. | Nondiscriminatory Application Standards. |
| Sec. 87.9. | Applicability. |
| Sec. 87.10. | Compliance by State-Authorized Agencies. |
| Sec. 87.11. | Severability. |
Chapter 88 — PERFORMANCE AND REVIEW ORDINANCE OF 1999¶
CHAPTER 88: PERFORMANCE AND REVIEW ORDINANCE OF 1999
| Sec. 88.1. | Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 88.2. | Findings and Purposes. |
| Sec. 88.3. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 88.4. | Efficiency Plans. |
| Sec. 88.11. | Training. |
Chapter 89 — DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SUPPORT SERVICES¶
| Sec. 89.1. | Establishment; Appointment of Director; Staff. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 89.2. | Duties of the Department. |
| Sec. 89.3. | Transfer of Functions. |
Chapter 90 — ENTERTAINMENT COMMISSION¶
| Sec. 90.1. | Declaration of Policy. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 90.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 90.3. | Establishment of Entertainment Commission. |
| Sec. 90.4. | Powers and Duties of the Entertainment Commission. |
| Sec. 90.5. | Executive Director. |
| Sec. 90.6. | Permit Administrators. |
| Sec. 90.7. | Sound Technician. |
| Sec. 90.8. | Annual Reports. |
| Sec. 90.9. | Fees. |
Chapter 91 — LANGUAGE ACCESS¶
| Sec. 91.1. | Purpose and Findings. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 91.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 91.3. | Scope. |
| Sec. 91.4. | Utilization of Bilingual Employees. |
| Sec. 91.5. | Translation of Materials, Signage and Digital Content. |
| Sec. 91.6. | Dissemination of Translated Materials from the State and Federal Government. |
| Sec. 91.7. | Public Meetings and Hearings. |
| Sec. 91.8. | Recorded Telephonic Messages. |
| Sec. 91.9. | Crisis Situations. |
| Sec. 91.10. | Complaint Procedure. |
| Sec. 91.11. | Annual Compliance Report. |
| Sec. 91.12. | Annual Compliance Reports Submittals, Language Access Ordinance Summary Report, and Recommendations for Emerging Language Populations. |
| Sec. 91.13. | Recruitment. |
| Sec. 91.14. | Department Responsibilities. |
| Sec. 91.15. | Commission Responsibilities. |
| Sec. 91.16. | Office of Civic Engagement and Immigrant Affairs' Responsibilities. |
| Sec. 91.17. | Rules and Regulations. |
| Sec. 91.18. | Enforcement. |
| Sec. 91.19. | Disclaimers. |
Chapter 92 — REAL ESTATE LOAN COUNSELING AND EDUCATION¶
CHAPTER 92: REAL ESTATE LOAN COUNSELING AND EDUCATION
| Sec. 92.1. | Findings and Purpose. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 92.2. | Pilot Consumer Loan Education Program. |
| Sec. 92.3. | Pilot Consumer Loan Counseling Program. |
| Sec. 92.4. | Report to Board of Supervisors. |
Chapter 93 — PREGNANCY INFORMATION DISCLOSURE AND PROTECTION ORDINANCE¶
| Sec. 93.1. | Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 93.2. | Findings. |
| Sec. 93.3. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 93.4. | Violation. |
| Sec. 93.5. | Enforcement. |
Chapter 94 — THE SAN FRANCISCO PLAZA PROGRAM¶
| Sec. 94.1. | Definitions. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 94.2. | Plaza Program. |
| Sec. 94.3. | Regulations for City Plazas. |
| Sec. 94.4. | Good Neighbor Policies. |
| Sec. 94.5. | Regulations for Street Plazas. |
| Sec. 94.6. | Fees. |
| Sec. 94.7. | Plazas Participating in the Plaza Program. |
Chapter 95 — IDENTIFICATION CARDS¶
| Sec. 95.1. | Identification Cards. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 95.2. | Municipal Identification Cards. |
Chapter 96 — COORDINATION BETWEEN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF POLICE…¶
CHAPTER 96: COORDINATION BETWEEN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY
| Sec. 96.1. | Definitions. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 96.2. | Reporting on Status of Sustained Complaints. |
| Sec. 96.3. | Disclosure of Documents to DPA. |
| Sec. 96.4. | Notice to DPA of Proposed Action. |
| Sec. 96.5. | Guidelines for Failure to Comply. |
| Sec. 96.6. | Subpoena Power. |
| Sec. 96.7. | Notification to Claimants in Police Matters. |
| Sec. 96.8. | Training Requirements for Police Commissioners and Police Officers. |
| Sec. 96.9. | Protection of Peace Officer Privacy. |
| Sec. 96.10. | Noncompliance as not Invalidating Discipline. |
| Sec. 96.11. | Investigations of Officer-Involved Shootings. |
| Sec. 96.12. | Severability. |
Chapter 97 — HEALTHCARE IMPACT REPORTS¶
| Sec. 97.1. | Findings and Purpose. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 97.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 97.3. | Preparation and Consideration |
Chapter 98 — THE BETTER STREETS POLICY¶
| Sec. 98.1. | Better Streets Policy; Governing Principles; Coordination of Departmental Actions. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 98.3. | San Francisco Street Light Policy. |
Chapter 99 — PUBLIC POWER IN NEW CITY DEVELOPMENTS¶
CHAPTER 99: PUBLIC POWER IN NEW CITY DEVELOPMENTS
| Sec. 99.1. | Findings. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 99.2. | Requirement to Study Feasibility. |
| Sec. 99.3. | Electric Service to City Departments and Facilities. |
| Sec. 99.4. | Community Choice Aggregation. |
| Sec. 99.5. | Contracting with Developers to Install Electric Facilities. |
Chapter 100 — PROCEDURES GOVERNING THE IMPOSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE FINES¶
| Sec. 100.1. | Findings and Scope of Chapter. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 100.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 100.3. | Issuance and Service of Citations. |
| Sec. 100.4. | Notice to Owner of Real Property. |
| Sec. 100.5. | Determination of the Amount of the Administrative Fine When the Citation is Issued. |
| Sec. 100.6. | When Fines Due; Payment of Fine; Late Payment Fee; Notices by Charging Official. |
| Sec. 100.7. | Remedies Available to City for Non-Payment of Fines; Liens. |
| Sec. 100.8. | Right to Appeal. |
| Sec. 100.9. | Appeal Procedure; Appointment of Hearing Officer. |
| Sec. 100.10. | Charging Official Required to Submit Supporting Documents. |
| Sec. 100.11. | Hearing Procedures. |
| Sec. 100.12. | Requirement to Exhaust Administrative Remedies. |
| Sec. 100.13. | Advance Deposit Hardship Waiver – Undue Hardship. |
| Sec. 100.14. | Determination of the Hearing Officer. |
| Sec. 100.15. | Right to Judicial Review. |
| Sec. 100.16. | Controller May Adopt Regulations. |
Chapter 101 — RESTRICTING THE PURCHASE, SALE, OR DISTRIBUTION OF SUGAR-SWEETENED…¶
CHAPTER 101: RESTRICTING THE PURCHASE, SALE, OR DISTRIBUTION OF SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGES BY OR FOR THE CITY
| Sec. 101.1. | Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 101.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 101.3. | Barring City Departments from Using City Funds to Purchase Sugar-Sweetened Beverages. |
| Sec. 101.4. | Barring the Sale, Provision, or Distribution of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages under a City Contract or Grant. |
| Sec. 101.5. | Waivers and Exclusions. |
| Sec. 101.6. | Enforcement and Penalties. |
| Sec. 101.7. | Administrative Regulations. |
Chapter 102 — OUR CHILDREN, OUR FAMILIES COUNCIL¶
CHAPTER 102: OUR CHILDREN, OUR FAMILIES COUNCIL
| Sec. 102.1. | Our Children, Our Families Council; Goals and Purpose. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 102.2. | City Members. |
| Sec. 102.3. | School District Members. |
| Sec. 102.4. | Public Members. |
| Sec. 102.5. | Governance. |
| Sec. 102.6. | Functions and Duties. |
| Sec. 102.7. | Children and Families Plan. |
Chapter 103 — NON-COOPERATION WITH IDENTITY-BASED REGISTRY ORDINANCE¶
| Sec. 103.1. | Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 103.2. | Findings and Purpose. |
| Sec. 103.3. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 103.4. | Assistance with Government Registry or Database. |
| Sec. 103.5. | Enforcement and Reporting. |
| Sec. 103.6. | Civil Action. |
| Sec. 103.7. | Severability. |
Chapter 104 — COLLECTION OF SEXUAL ORIENTATION AND GENDER IDENTITY DATA¶
| Sec. | 104.1. | Findings and Purpose. |
|---|---|---|
| Sec. | 104.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. | 104.3. | Data Collection and Training. |
| Sec. | 104.4. | Confidentiality and Privacy. |
| Sec. | 104.5. | Contracts and Grants. |
| Sec. | 104.6. | Waivers and Exclusions. |
| Sec. | 104.7. | Rules and Regulations. |
| Sec. | 104.8. | Monitoring and Reporting. |
| Sec. | 104.9. | Undertaking for the General Welfare. |
Chapter 105 — CIGARETTE LITTER ABATEMENT FEE ORDINANCE¶
CHAPTER 105: CIGARETTE LITTER ABATEMENT FEE ORDINANCE
| Sec. 105.1. | Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 105.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 105.3. | Imposition of Cigarette Litter Abatement Fee. |
| Sec. 105.4. | Enforcement. |
| Sec. 105.5. | Records for Enforcement Only. |
| Sec. 105.9. | Effective/ |
Chapter 107 — CULTURAL DISTRICTS¶
| Sec. 107.1. | Cultural District – Definition. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 107.2. | Findings, Purpose, and Goals of Creating Cultural Districts. |
| Sec. 107.3. | List of Established Cultural Districts. |
| Sec. 107.4. | Process for Establishment of Cultural Districts. |
| Sec. 107.5. | Additional Steps for Cultural Districts Established Before June 1, 2018. |
| Sec. 107.6. | Responsibilities of Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development. |
Chapter 109 — PRIORITIZING 100% AFFORDABLE HOUSING¶
| Sec. 109.1. | Definitions. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 109.2. | Priority Processing of 100% Affordable Housing Projects; Identification of Responsible Staff Person. |
| Sec. 109.3. | Reports. |
Chapter 110 — FORGIVABLE LOAN FOR FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS¶
CHAPTER 110: FORGIVABLE LOAN FOR FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS
| Sec. 110.1. | Findings. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 110.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 110.3. | Establishment of the Program. |
| Sec. 110.4. | Eligibility. |
| Sec. 110.5. | Program Implementation and Management; Regulations. |
| Sec. 110.6. | Loan Terms. |
| Sec. 110.7. | Administration of Loans. |
| Sec. 110.8. | Severability. |
Chapter 111 — HOUSING REPORTS FOR SENIORS AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES¶
CHAPTER 111: HOUSING REPORTS FOR SENIORS AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
| Sec. 111.1. | Housing Reports. |
|---|
Chapter 116 — COMPATIBILITY AND PROTECTION FOR RESIDENTIAL USES AND PLACES OF…¶
CHAPTER 116: COMPATIBILITY AND PROTECTION FOR RESIDENTIAL USES AND PLACES OF ENTERTAINMENT
| Sec. 116.1. | Declaration of Policy. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 116.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 116.3. | Exemptions and Nonapplication. |
| Sec. 116.4. | Protection for Existing Places of Entertainment. |
| Sec. 116.5. | Planning Department Notification to Project Sponsors and Acceptance of Development Permits. |
| Sec. 116.6. | Acoustical Measurements by Entertainment Commission Staff. |
| Sec. 116.7. | Entertainment Commission Hearing. |
| Sec. 116.8. | Disclosure Requirements for Transfer of Real Property for Residential Use. |
| Sec. 116.9. | Notice of Special Restrictions. |
| Sec. 116.10. | No Private Right of Action Against City. |
| Sec. 116.11. | Projects for Which a First Construction Document Has Not Been Issued Before the Effective Date of Chapter 116. |
Chapter 117 — COOPERATIVE LIVING OPPORTUNITIES FOR MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM¶
| Sec. 117.1. | Definitions. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 117.1.* | Establishment of the Program. |
| Sec. 117.2. | Eligible Sites, Program Management, and Regulations. |
| Sec. 117.3. | Loan Terms. |
| Sec. 117.4. | Administration of Loans and Grants. |
***** Editor’s Note:
Ord. 163-19 enacted this chapter with two sections designated as Sec. 117.1.
Chapter 118 — PLACE FOR ALL PROGRAM¶
CHAPTER 118: PLACE FOR ALL PROGRAM
New Ordinance Notice
Publisher's Note: This Chapter has been ADDED by new legislation (Ord. 92-22 , approved 6/24/2022, effective 7/25/2022). The text of the Chapter and its constituent sections will be included below when the enacting legislation is effective.
| Sec. 118.1. | Title. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 118.2. | Findings. |
| Sec. 118.3. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 118.4. | Shelter Policy. |
| Sec. 118.5. | Implementation of Telephonic Shelter Registration System. |
| Sec. 118.6. | Place for All Implementation Plan, Survey of Real Property, and Data Tracking. |
| Sec. 118.7. | Establishment of the Place for All Program. |
| Sec. 118.8. | Annual Estimate of the Number of Unsheltered People. |
| Sec. 118.9. | Implementation and Evaluation. |
| Sec. 118.10. | Undertaking for the General Welfare. |
Chapter 119 — SAFE PARKING PROGRAMS¶
CHAPTER 119: SAFE PARKING PROGRAMS
I. OVERNIGHT SAFE PARKING PROGRAM
II. PARKING CITATION AND TOW-AND-STORAGE-FEE ABATEMENT PROGRAM
III. LARGE VEHICLE REFUGE PERMIT PROGRAM
Editor’s Note:
Chapter 121 (“Closure of Juvenile Hall”) was enacted in Ord. 117-19 as Chapter 119, but it has been renumbered as Chapter 121 to avoid duplication with this chapter.
ARTICLE I:
OVERNIGHT SAFE PARKING PROGRAM
| Sec. 119.1. | Establishment of the Program. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 119.2. | Definitions. |
| Sec. 119.3. | Survey of Real Property. |
| Sec. 119.4. | Operational Requirements. |
| Sec. 119.5. | Administrative Implementation. |
Chapter 120 — ADMINISTRATION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING FUNDS¶
CHAPTER 120: ADMINISTRATION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING FUNDS
| Sec. 120.1. | Definitions. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 120.2. | Program Management and Regulations. |
| Sec. 120.3. | Loan Terms. |
| Sec. 120.4. | Administration of Loans and Grants. |
| Sec. 120.5. | Reports to the Board. |
| Sec. 120.6. | Chapter Controlling. |
Chapter 121 — CLOSURE OF JUVENILE HALL¶
| Sec. 121.1. | Definitions. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 121.2. | Findings. |
| Sec. 121.3. | Closure of Juvenile Hall. |
Editor’s Note:
This chapter was enacted as Chapter 119, but to avoid duplication with Chapter 119 (“Safe Parking Programs”), it has been renumbered as Chapter 121, and its component sections have been renumbered as Sections 121.1, 121.2, and 121.3.
Chapter 122 — CLOSURE OF COUNTY JAIL 4¶
| Sec. 122.1. | Closure of County Jail 4. |
|---|
Chapter 123 — LIBRARY LAUREATE PROGRAMS¶
CHAPTER 123: LIBRARY LAUREATE PROGRAMS
| Sec. 123.1. | Definitions. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 123.2. | Library Laureate Programs. |
| Sec. 123.3. | Laureate Program Application and Selection Process. |
| Sec. 123.4. | Laureate Agreement. |
| Sec. 123.5. | Rules and Regulations. |
Chapter 124 — EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION OF SHELTER, TRANSITIONAL HOUSING, AND BEHAVIORAL…¶
CHAPTER 124: EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION OF SHELTER, TRANSITIONAL HOUSING, AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH FACILITIES
| Sec. 124.1. | Definitions. |
|---|---|
| Sec. 124.2. | Equitable Distribution. |
| Sec. 124.3. | Exceptions. |
| Sec. 124.4. | Reporting. |
| Sec. 124.5. | Compliance with Confidentiality Laws. |
| Sec. 124.6. | Sunset Date. |
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