San Francisco Land Use Committee Pauses Driveway Parking Proposal, Advances Hydrogen Station Permitting

The Board of Supervisors' Land Use and Transportation Committee took a cautious approach Monday, delaying action on a controversial proposal to allow parking in front yards while swiftly advancing state-mandated permitting rules for hydrogen fueling stations—infrastructure that currently doesn't exist anywhere in the city.

• Driveway parking ordinance delayed two weeks as Mayor's office seeks amendments following public criticism over paving green space.

• Advocates warn proposal would encourage new curb cuts, reduce walkability, and let developers off the hook for restoring sidewalks.

• Hydrogen fueling station permitting advances 3–0 to full Board despite questions about demand—no stations currently operate in San Francisco.

• Next committee meeting set for Jan. 26 due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

A proposal to let homeowners park up to two vehicles in their driveways—including in required front setbacks, side yards, and rear yards—won't get a committee vote until Jan. 26, 2026, after the Mayor's office requested time to develop amendments.