Merchants on Sansome Street have asked for improved access to businesses. In response, the SFMTA is proposing changes to parking and loading rules. This would affect the three blocks on Sansome between Broadway and Washington streets. We also propose to open the southbound lane to all traffic throughout the day. These changes aim to improve access to parking near Jackson Square. They also would make travel through the area easier.
What's Changing
We are proposing the following changes on Sansome Street between Broadway and Washington streets:
- Open the southbound lane to all traffic throughout the day
- Update parking and loading regulations to improve access to businesses
- Maintain access for transit, taxis and commercial vehicles
Today, private vehicles cannot travel southbound on Sansome Street during daytime hours. Previously, Sansome Street was northbound only between Broadway and Washington. In 2016, a peak hour transit lane was added to this three-block section of Sansome. The transit lane is restricted to transit, taxis and commercial vehicles from 6 a.m.-8 p.m. every day.
The proposed change would allow all traffic to use this section all day. This proposal would make it easier for motorists to travel through the area. It would also improve parking and access to businesses near Jackson Square.
The SFMTA is not proposing changes on Sansome Street south of Washington Street. During daytime hours, private vehicles are required to turn right southbound at Washington Street. These conditions would not be changed.
Sansome St between Pacific Ave and Jackson St
What This Project Will Do
This proposal is designed to improve access to businesses and parking in Jackson Square.
The project would:
- Improve access to parking near local businesses
- Support customers, visitors and deliveries
- Make travel through the area easier
- Simplify traffic circulation on Sansome Street
- Maintain access for transit, taxis and commercial vehicles
Sansome St between Jackson St & Washington St
Community Outreach
We are meeting with merchants, property owners, residents and community organizations to gather feedback on the proposed changes.
Outreach activities include:
- Merchant outreach
- Community meetings
- Stakeholder briefings
- Opportunities for public feedback
Feedback received during outreach will help inform the final proposal.
Contact Information
Benjamin Barnett, Public Relations Officer