Motion adopting findings in support of the Board of Supervisors’ disapproval of Planning Commission Motion No. 21825, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2024-004318CUA, for a proposed project at 350 Amber Drive; and the Board’s approval of a Conditional Use Authorization for the same Planning Case and property with additional conditions; and adopting findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

This motion addresses a proposed AT&T Macro Wireless Telecommunications Facility at 350 Amber Drive. The project involves installing a 104-foot monopole with 12 antennas and related equipment in a P (Public) Zoning District and OS (Open Space) Height and Bulk District.

Key Decisions and Conditions:

• Board of Supervisors Action: The Board voted to conditionally disapprove the Planning Commission's initial approval (Motion No. 21825) and instead approved the Conditional Use Authorization with additional conditions.
• Fire Safety: The project sponsor must obtain inspection and comply with any recommendations from the Fire Department regarding fire safety, including generator placement and operational procedures.
• Tree Protection: An ISA Certified Arborist must prepare a tree protection plan detailing best management practices. For every tree removed, three new trees must be planted. The arborist will monitor construction and perform post-completion inspections.
• Noise and Heat: The facility must operate within the limits of the San Francisco Noise Control Ordinance and must not generate heat that adversely affects building occupants.
• CEQA Exemption: The project was determined to be exempt from further review under CEQA as a Class 3 categorical exemption.
• General Plan Consistency: The Board adopted findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.