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‘This is the new San Francisco’: SF approves 95-foot condo tower in Inner Richmond

Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Kevin V. Nguyen, The San Francisco Standard · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Planning commissioners unanimously approved the first project under the mayor’s Family Zoning Plan despite complaints it was “out of character.”

Why this matters in The San Francisco

The unanimous approval of a condo project in the Richmond neighborhood marks a significant test of Supervisor Rafael Mandelman's recently passed legislation, which aims to increase density in certain areas. This decision will likely be closely watched by residents and city officials alike, as it sets a precedent for how the new zoning laws will be applied in practice. The fact that the project was deemed "out of character" for the neighborhood suggests that the city's definition of what constitutes a compatible development may be evolving. As the city continues to grapple with its housing shortage, the implementation of this legislation will be crucial in determining the balance between preserving neighborhood character and increasing density to meet the city's housing needs. The Richmond neighborhood, with its mix of single-family homes and multi-unit buildings, will be an important bellwether for how this balance plays out in other parts of the city.

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Category: government · Published: July 24, 2026 · Source: The San Francisco Standard · Reading time: 1 min

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‘This is the new San Francisco’: SF approves 95-foot condo tower in Inner Richmond

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