Ballot Box Zoning

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Dirty Politics in San Francisco’s Height Restrictions Initiative

The city of San Francisco will vote on Prop. B, an ordinance that would limit the height of developments along the waterfront, in June. The ballot will list the campaign manager for the Yes on B campaign as the official opponent of the measure.

March 14, 2014 - SFGate

Ballot Box Zoning Initiative Possible for San Francisco

Proponents of a ballot initiative that would require a vote for any development on the San Francisco waterfront that exceeds existing height limits have gathered enough signatures to put the issue to a vote.

February 5, 2014 - SF Gate

California Voters Like Jobs But Not Housing

In a dozen local land use measures Tuesday in California, voters approved jobs-oriented projects but not housing-oriented projects. Split decision on downtown plans.

November 9, 2012 - California Planning & Development Report

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