"There have been a number of tenants who want to come in, to bring in a barber shop or a nail shop or a grocery store. Things that a community wants, that have been limited because state law did not allow them,"
"This will lift those restrictions for 40 years, so we think that this is really critical, it's a game-changer, and it's going to help fill some of these ground-floor vacancies and bring life back to Jack London Square."
"Port of Oakland is already in talks with prospective tenants and expects the process for approvals to be faster and more streamlined under the new rules."
Jack London Square previously only allowed maritime uses and tourist-oriented businesses like bars and restaurants. Recent closures included the 35-year-old Waterfront Hotel, Forge Pizza, sushi restaurant Ginza, and the wine shop minimo, leaving ground-floor vacancies. A new state law will loosen those zoning restrictions and allow a broader range of businesses that cater to local residents, including barber shops, nail salons, and grocery stores. The change takes effect January 1, 2026, and will last 40 years. The Port of Oakland controls the area and is already in talks with prospective tenants to speed and streamline approvals; Dave & Buster's was also planned.
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