2008-01-17 · 32 comments · 22 / 10
Robert Cherny · spoken · 2008-01-17 · oppose
- The proposal ignores and obscures the architectural and historical cohesiveness of the landmark structures.
They have a relationship to each other.
- On January 7 the entire site was added to the National Register in part because of the relationship the buildings have to each other.
- The proposed new structure features very different colors, textures and massing from the landmark buildings.
It should not mimi… - The proposal ignores and obscures the architectural and historical cohesiveness of the landmark structures.
They have a relationship to each other.
- On January 7 the entire site was added to the National Register in part because of the relationship the buildings have to each other.
- The proposed new structure features very different colors, textures and massing from the landmark buildings.
It should not mimic but compliment the historic buildings.
- The proposal would demolish Middle Hall, one of the structures now listed on the National Register, solely to create open space.
- If the Dental site was part of the planning process, it should be possible to have the same amount of housing and probably more – a new dental facility and the preservation of the historic structures.
- Housing, good design and historic preservation are not in conflict; we can have all three.show more Lavon Taback · spoken · 2008-01-17 · oppose
- The developers are only looking to increase profit and I do not believe that they demonstrated good faith with this project.
Ruth Herring · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- Spoke in support of the project because it is going to provide housing for seniors.
Cynthia Servetnick · spoken · 2008-01-17 · oppose
- It is time to look at the plans, urban design, and working sensitively with historic resources.
Robin Levitt
- This is a much improved project over the first proposal, but I am concerned about traffic and less parking should be considered.
Jason Henderson
- I'm speaking in support of the project.
I request that during your discussion that you make clear the percentage of affordable housing and please con… - It is time to look at the plans, urban design, and working sensitively with historic resources.
Robin Levitt
- This is a much improved project over the first proposal, but I am concerned about traffic and less parking should be considered.
Jason Henderson
- I'm speaking in support of the project.
I request that during your discussion that you make clear the percentage of affordable housing and please consider less parking.
Adam Millard-Ball
- It is a great project and I ask that you consider less parking, including the dental school.
Also, at least make sure that all the standard guidelines for NCT are incorporated in this project.
David Winslow
- We think that this area should be zoned accordingly with the Market Octavia Plan - either NCT on the perimeters or RTO on the Market corridor.show more Tim Colen · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- I strongly support this project because it is a great opportunity for the neighborhood and the entire San Francisco with everything that it is bringing.
Tamara Colby · spoken · 2008-01-17 · oppose
- With this project, the community would loose a historic district, an educational facility, and open space.
We should honor our buildings.
Pamela Smith · spoken · 2008-01-17 · oppose
- I'm speaking in support of keeping the historical buildings because there are many projects for housing going on in the neighborhood.
Matile Rothschild · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- We need housing for LGBT seniors and this is a great opportunity for that.
Michael Theriault · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- The project sponsor has created a balancing act between the competing public needs with the housing, employment opportunities, open space and community benefits.
Jasis Price · spoken · 2008-01-17 · oppose
- I oppose the project because the space is too small for this kind of project.
Marilyn Isabell · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- This project brings hope for the LGBT senior community.
Mark Rogers · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- I'm speaking in support of the project and asked you to approve it in its current form and do it as quickly as possible.
Arthur Hurwim · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- This is the first time that we are doing something that is the right thing to do for the LGBT community.
Carol Salvagione · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- This project is imperative for the safety and the beauty of the neighborhood and for the housing and community benefits that it would bring.
Stephen Liacouvas · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- I support the project because the current status of the site is undesirable, and the housing and amenities are such possible benefits.
Brett Wesner · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- This is a great example of what can happen when non-profit organizations and for-profit developers get together really for the good of the City.
Jon Roemer · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- This is a good project to improve that area and I urge the Commission to support it.
John Beattie · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- This is a great opportunity to enhance the neighborhood and make it useful.
Darieck Scott · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
I'm excited about how this project integrates into the neighborhood and I'm looking forward to it.
I urge the Commission to support it.
Gordon Smith · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- Shared his own experience of receiving a notice to vacate and how Open House is helping.
This project would give the opportunity to this organization to help other people.
Meribeth Meacham · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- The project looks like an excellent location for senior housing near public transportation, stores and the Castro area.
Corry Wick · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- Any new project for senior housing must include wheelchair access and this plan has that.
This is a great chance to create a welcoming community.
Marty Low · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- I am in support of Open House and the senior housing because there is inadequate service in the City and it is difficult to find a place to live.
Steve Mayers · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- Spoke in full support of the project because it is very important to include housing for an underserved population.
Sarah Karlinsky · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- There has been a great deal of compromise on this project and it is an incredible opportunity to provide a variety of housing.
Bre Jones · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
Submitted a support letter for this project.
Elaine Adamson · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- I support the project and hope it will be accepted by the Commission.
Ron Miguel · spoken · 2008-01-17 · oppose
- This is the best compromise that we are going to get so they should finally go ahead.
Christopher Peterson
- I have supported the basic elements of this project but there is room for improvement and it genuinely needs transit and pedestrian orientation.
[No name stated]
- I am requesting a supportive community center where everyone is included and there are employment opportunities for the young generation.
Mary Seattleman · spoken · 2008-01-17 · support
- Open House is realizing a dream today because a coalition of businesses, non-profit and government organizations have joined together to build the first affordable housing project in San Francisco expressively welcoming LGBT [Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transsexual] seniors.
Daniel Solomon, Architect
- Waller Street where meets Laguna Street is transformed into a permanent public amenities would be inviting, usefu… - Open House is realizing a dream today because a coalition of businesses, non-profit and government organizations have joined together to build the first affordable housing project in San Francisco expressively welcoming LGBT [Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transsexual] seniors.
Daniel Solomon, Architect
- Waller Street where meets Laguna Street is transformed into a permanent public amenities would be inviting, useful and would join the legacy of these kind of parks and open space.
- The other elements are mid-block lanes and courtyards.
- The architecture honors what we consider to be the essence of the Market Octavia Plan of weaving new construction through historic preservation.
[No name stated]
- We need to honor the planning process that is taking place and think of the concerns of future citizens of our neighborhood when the need for public services and community institutions is going to be greater.show more Alan Martinez · spoken · 2008-01-17 · oppose
- The architecture of the new building is incompatible with the site and the buildings around them.
There are no strategies on the design part.
- If they preserved these two buildings, they would be eligible for a 20% tax credit.
Ruthy Bennett, Project Sponsor
- This project is urban infill with existing design, with increased housing choices and opportunities - something that we are really committed to in terms… - The architecture of the new building is incompatible with the site and the buildings around them.
There are no strategies on the design part.
- If they preserved these two buildings, they would be eligible for a 20% tax credit.
Ruthy Bennett, Project Sponsor
- This project is urban infill with existing design, with increased housing choices and opportunities - something that we are really committed to in terms of rental, ownership and affordability.
- In our minds, we are very committed to preserving the historic architecture and worked with patrons to help us understand the historic pieces of the project.
- The project is 328 units of multifamily rental housing with 20 percent affordable without any City subsidy.
It is internally subsidized.
- One building would be senior housing with 85 or more units - 100% affordable senior housing.
We are please to be working with Open House.
- The Mayor's Office of Housing has agreed to work with us and Open House on funding to have 100% affordable senior housing.
- There is almost an acre of open space that is publicly accessible.
There is a 12,000 square foot community center on Haight Street.
And again, it is publicly accessible.
All of this is being supported by the development and there is no City funding for those amenities.
- This project would take down the walls that have separated this site from its neighbors.
Those walls have created unsafe conditions.
- I wish to thank many people who have helped in working together in collaboration on this project.show more Rich Hauptman · spoken · 2008-01-17 · oppose
- This project is not the right one because the sponsor was resistant and reluctant to provide affordable housing.
Steve Vettel, Project Sponsor Representative
- 83% of the square footage of the existing building site is being preserved and adapted for reuse consistent with the Secretary of Interior Standards.
- The parking ratio is .6 to 1, which is absolutely consistent with the NCT zoning that is proposed around it as part of the Market Octavia Plan.
Allen Brown · spoken · 2008-01-17 · oppose
- Reject the proposed project because it has been rushed and it could provide more community benefits.