Say No to Luxury Condos at 217 Hugo St. (2019-019373DRP-02) Supervisor Preston and David Winslow, I'm writing to you in regard to the proposed luxury condos at 217 Hugo Street (2019-019373DRP- 02). My partner and I have only been a part of this community since January. Within that time, the "Hugo Street Retreat" couldn't be truer. We have found ourselves frequenting these nearby small businesses on a weekly basis. Especially after a stressful week, Yo Ta… Supervisor Preston and David Winslow, I'm writing to you in regard to the proposed luxury condos at 217 Hugo Street (2019-019373DRP- 02). My partner and I have only been a part of this community since January. Within that time, the "Hugo Street Retreat" couldn't be truer. We have found ourselves frequenting these nearby small businesses on a weekly basis. Especially after a stressful week, Yo Tambien is perfect for an after- work drink, where we can go after shopping the beautiful intricacies next door at Body Philosophy Club. Finally, we always make a stop at UC Market on our walk home to pick up any last-minute items for dinner. While we have not gone to Huge Launderette, many of our friends and neighbors do <U+2013> a safe place for an affordable wash. This is not just personal, this is the story of many in this neighborhood. We have frequented these places during some of the most stressful times of our lives. This may all be sacrificed for just two luxury apartments. How will that benefit our neighborhood? The burdens of this new building comes at a major detriment to the immigrant/queer/woman- owned businesses next door, especially as we are finally seeing the light at the end of this pandemic- tunnel. Is it truly worth that for you? How can we allow big developers to do this to four small businesses that give so much to this community <U+2013> much more than two luxury condos ever would? Please deny this permit. Respectfully, Jessica Bonitz [email removed] / [phone removed]show more
Daniel White · email · 2021-05-13 · oppose · source packet
217 Hugo St case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 To whom it may concern, I would like to contest the proposed project at 217 Hugo St, the building of 2 luxury apartments in a place where commercial and housing exist. This block of Hugo St. is extremely special and home to a few of my favorite businesses in San Francisco. Both of which are owned by queer women (Body Philosophy Club and Yo Tambien Cantina). The other two businesses on this block are also immigrant-ow… To whom it may concern, I would like to contest the proposed project at 217 Hugo St, the building of 2 luxury apartments in a place where commercial and housing exist. This block of Hugo St. is extremely special and home to a few of my favorite businesses in San Francisco. Both of which are owned by queer women (Body Philosophy Club and Yo Tambien Cantina). The other two businesses on this block are also immigrant-owned small businesses. After the past 14 months of surviving COVID-19 as a small business having a major construction project on this narrow neighborhood street would certainly cause more harm to these 4 businesses. PLEASE consider putting a stop to this development. This street is already very narrow and it can be hard to find parking, plus Yo Tambien is counting on having people dine outside. With construction and parking for said construction workers, it's hard to imagine that these businesses could survive 2-3 years of construction. Please save these small businesses, SF doesn't need 2 more luxury condos, we need affordable housing and small businesses that are helping us all get through these tough times. Daniel White (San Francisco resident and small business owner)show more
Please stop 217 Hugo project
Case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 Hello, Please don<U+2019>t approve this project that will impact three small businesses. I live a block from this potential project and am reaching out to express that I hope it does go through. UC Market, Yo Tambien Cantina, and Body Philosophy are all women or immigrant owned small businesses that have already struggled to stay open during the pandemic. This project would subject them to several years of demo… Hello, Please don<U+2019>t approve this project that will impact three small businesses. I live a block from this potential project and am reaching out to express that I hope it does go through. UC Market, Yo Tambien Cantina, and Body Philosophy are all women or immigrant owned small businesses that have already struggled to stay open during the pandemic. This project would subject them to several years of demolition and construction to create two, just two, luxury condos. Hugo street is narrow and parking scarce. This project would impact foot traffic to these businesses, and make it harder for folks to park and patron these business. This project also does not include any affordable housing, and will demolish a space currently zoned as commercial, that has served as a community dance studio for decades. This project will negatively impact this community and severely hurt three small, women and immigrant run businesses. Please do not go forward with this project. Thanks for your time, Olivia Pettishow more
project 217 Hugo St. and case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to contest the luxury condo permit that will greatly impact four businesses that I frequent and support in my neighborhood. By allowing construction for this luxury condo, you are creating more challenges for Hugo Launderette (immigrant-owned), Body Philosophy Club (queer-woman-owned), Yo Tambien Cantina (queer-women-immigrant-owned), and UC Market (immigrant- owned) to stay… To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to contest the luxury condo permit that will greatly impact four businesses that I frequent and support in my neighborhood. By allowing construction for this luxury condo, you are creating more challenges for Hugo Launderette (immigrant-owned), Body Philosophy Club (queer-woman-owned), Yo Tambien Cantina (queer-women-immigrant-owned), and UC Market (immigrant- owned) to stay open. These businesses have already been heavily affected by the coronavirus and to see them permanently shuttered would be devastating for the community. Since moving to 7th and Irving, My family and I have developed a stronger sense of attachment to where I live party because of Yo Tambien Cantina. They have been my saving grace when the pandemic started and I<U+2019>m constantly rooting for their success (as well as the three other businesses). Please take this into consideration. Sincerely, Eunice Ross A Concerned Residentshow more
217 Hugo Street Hi, I'm a San Francisco resident of 7 years and hold deep gratitude for this city and the sense of belonging and community it has brought me. I live at 4th and Irving street, one block from Hugo Street. A few months ago, I received notice of building development that will occur at 217 Hugo. I understand the plan is to build a 2-unit 4-story structure over the course of 2-3 years. The stretch of Hugo street be… Hi, I'm a San Francisco resident of 7 years and hold deep gratitude for this city and the sense of belonging and community it has brought me. I live at 4th and Irving street, one block from Hugo Street. A few months ago, I received notice of building development that will occur at 217 Hugo. I understand the plan is to build a 2-unit 4-story structure over the course of 2-3 years. The stretch of Hugo street between 3rd and 4th is considered the gem of our inner sunset neighborhood and a reason I chose to live here. On it, you'll find Hugo Launderette, Body Philosophy Club, Yo Tambien Cantina, and UC Market. Together, they are creating a sense of community and belonging during a difficult time. Any disruption to their business and livelihoods is unacceptable. The heart of this city comes from the fact that all of us in our pocket-size spaces are drawn out into the streets and public life, which these businesses help to foster. They are hell-bent on creating community here<U+2013>and have done so beautifully in spite of the isolation and looming uncertainty of our economy. If you approve the building of these large floorplan luxury units, you will contribute to the erosion of the artistic and communal nature of this city. By obstructing the paths to these businesses<U+2013>be it through large trucks parked on the block or ongoing noise driving away patrons of the parkette, you will infringe on the income these small businesses need to survive. Please understand this is about the character of San Francisco and the impact of this building will have a ripple effect far beyond the block it's on. Thank you. Case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 -- Bri Cortezshow more
RE: 217 Hugo St, Case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 Hello, I am writing today to address the proposed building construction at 217 Hugo St. I am strongly against this construction and I urge you to deny this building proposal. Hugo Street is home to several of my favorite small businesses who have already struggled during this horrific pandemic. Hugo Launderette is one of the best and cleanest laundromats in the area. Body Philosophy Club is a small vintage store… Hello, I am writing today to address the proposed building construction at 217 Hugo St. I am strongly against this construction and I urge you to deny this building proposal. Hugo Street is home to several of my favorite small businesses who have already struggled during this horrific pandemic. Hugo Launderette is one of the best and cleanest laundromats in the area. Body Philosophy Club is a small vintage store frequented by many neighbors. Yo Tambien Cantina serves the best michelada in the city (hands down), and UC Market is my go-to market for beer and last minute essentials. These businesses are essential to the makeup of Hugo Street and are owned by immigrants and queer women. Hugo Street is incredibly narrow (I have had my car side-swiped there on several occasions) and parking is already very tough. The introduction of construction equipment, large trucks, dumpsters, etc. will disrupt the already difficult parking situation driving would-be customers away from these businesses. As a former resident on 4th and Irving I have struggled to find parking on GOOD days, let alone days where construction is happening. I've had friends meet me at Yo Tambien Cantina for drinks and tamals, only to have to park four to five blocks away. While I understand wanting to bring new residents into the neighborhood this is not the right time to disrupt small, local businesses who have already weathered 14 months of decreased revenue due to covid19. The existing building (once a dance studio) is zoned for commercial use and allowing a developer to place a 4 story luxury condo in this space is taking away from the community space aspect of Hugo Street. This has been a hard year for everyone. Please, think of the local small businesses and the owners of these businesses. Living in San Francisco can be hard - please don't make it harder for them. Sincerely, Jennifer Hassenshow more
217 Hugo St. (case number: 2019-019373DRP-02) Hello, I'm writing in regards to the luxury condo project slated for 217 Hugo Street. Four treasured local businesses that are essential to the neighborhood will be heavily impacted by this largely unnecessary construction project. The city needs more affordable housing, not luxury condos. Especially on Hugo Street! Worker parking for 2 years during construction will make parking for these businesses virtually… Hello, I'm writing in regards to the luxury condo project slated for 217 Hugo Street. Four treasured local businesses that are essential to the neighborhood will be heavily impacted by this largely unnecessary construction project. The city needs more affordable housing, not luxury condos. Especially on Hugo Street! Worker parking for 2 years during construction will make parking for these businesses virtually impossible, the street is already quite narrow. Please do whatever you can to halt this project, the community would be so much better off with another small business or affordable housing. Thank you for your time, Lauren Diem Residentshow more
217 Hugo St./ case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 Hello! I am writing to you today to protest the building of a 4 story, 5,746 square feet in size, housing just two LUXURY units at 217 Hugo Street (case number: 2019-019373DRP-02). Which will take approximately 2 - 3 years of demo/construction. All for a luxury unit and not even for affordable housing! I feel like the description of the permit should be enough information to you (protectors of our city) to say NO… Hello! I am writing to you today to protest the building of a 4 story, 5,746 square feet in size, housing just two LUXURY units at 217 Hugo Street (case number: 2019-019373DRP-02). Which will take approximately 2 - 3 years of demo/construction. All for a luxury unit and not even for affordable housing! I feel like the description of the permit should be enough information to you (protectors of our city) to say NO to the building and to not approve the permit. However I will break down other important factors to help you recognize what a huge mistake it would be if permission was granted for building. 1. Currently, four small business are feet away from construction zone and would be gravely impacted : Hugo Launderette (immigrant-owned), Body Philosophy Club (queer-woman- owned), Yo Tambien Cantina (queer-women-immigrant-owned), UC Market (immigrant- owned). All these businesses have brought our neighborhood together and created community in the city. These are examples of what a neighborhood needs! 2. Hugo Street is extremely narrow and parking for our neighborhood is prohibitive...large trucks, equipment, dumpsters, worker parking ( for small businesses) would undoubtedly decrease our foot traffic for the very loved small businesses on our block and would greatly affect the quality of our neighborhood. I live at 204 Hugo street, right across the way from these small businesses and 217 Hugo. Parking is already difficult and construction would lower the quality of living drastically! 3. The impact will be so much greater after 14 months of covid-caused decreased revenue, that our neighborhood businesses have already experienced. This year has been very difficult for so many. For us living on Hugo Street, the intimacy and community of our neighborhood has been a savier! Construction would break our hearts and drive more folks out of the neighborhood. 4. The proposed building is 4 stories, 5,746 square feet in size, housing just two LUXURY units, approx 2 - 3 years of demo/construction and does not include affordable housing. How can this be even necessary! If you care about our neighborhood, about the people and quality of life, how about working on repairing the empty apartments in our neighborhood and providing affordable housing. Why allow for the building of luxury condos when it doesn't even service the folks in need and instead negatively impacts folks who lived and contributed to the neighborhood for years! 5. Lastly, the existing building is zoned commercial and has been a dance studio and community space for decades. We need more spaces dedicated to building and growing our community not just for a handful of privileged folks. Please PLEASE don't allow for the building of the luxury condos. Save Hugo street and promote more community focused and driven spaces to exist. SF is rich with housing, we don't need more luxury spaces being built. Thank you for your time! Best, Shirin Makaremi [phone removed] 204 Hugo Street, Apt 1, San Francisco, CA 94122show more
217 Hugo St case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 To whom it may concern, I would like to contest the proposed project at 217 Hugo St, the building of 2 luxury apartments in a place where commercial and housing exist. This block of Hugo St. is extremely special and home to a few of my favorite businesses in San Francisco. Both of which are owned by queer women (Body Philosophy Club and Yo Tambien Cantina). The other two businesses on this block are also immigrant-ow… To whom it may concern, I would like to contest the proposed project at 217 Hugo St, the building of 2 luxury apartments in a place where commercial and housing exist. This block of Hugo St. is extremely special and home to a few of my favorite businesses in San Francisco. Both of which are owned by queer women (Body Philosophy Club and Yo Tambien Cantina). The other two businesses on this block are also immigrant-owned small businesses. After the past 14 months of surviving COVID-19 as a small business having a major construction project on this narrow neighborhood street would certainly cause more harm to these 4 businesses. PLEASE consider putting a stop to this development. This street is already super narrow and it can be hard to find parking, plus Yo Tambien is counting on having people dine outside. With construction and parking for said construction workers, it's hard to imagine that these businesses could survive 2-3 years of construction. Please save these small businesses, SF doesn't need 2 more luxury condos, we need affordable housing and small businesses that are helping us all get through these tough times. Wendy Williams (SF resident and small business owner)show more
Andrew Heinrich · email · 2021-05-13 · oppose · source packet
217 Hugo St, Case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 Hello, I am writing today to address the proposed building construction at 217 Hugo St. I am strongly against this construction and I urge you to deny this building proposal. Hugo Street is home to several of my favorite small businesses who have already struggled during this horrific pandemic. Hugo Launderette is one of the best and cleanest laundromats in the area. Body Philosophy Club is a small vintage store… Hello, I am writing today to address the proposed building construction at 217 Hugo St. I am strongly against this construction and I urge you to deny this building proposal. Hugo Street is home to several of my favorite small businesses who have already struggled during this horrific pandemic. Hugo Launderette is one of the best and cleanest laundromats in the area. Body Philosophy Club is a small vintage store frequented by many neighbors. Yo Tambien Cantina serves the best michelada in the city (hands down), and UC Market is my go-to market for beer and last minute essentials. These businesses are essential to the makeup of Hugo Street and are owned by immigrants and queer women. Hugo Street is incredibly narrow and parking is already very tough. The introduction of construction equipment, large trucks, dumpsters, etc. will disrupt the already difficult parking situation driving would-be customers away from these businesses. As a former resident on 4th and Irving I have struggled to find parking on GOOD days, let alone days where construction is happening. I've had friends meet me at Yo Tambien Cantina for drinks and tamals, only to have to park four to five blocks away. While I understand wanting to bring new residents into the neighborhood this is not the right time to disrupt small, local businesses who have already weathered 14 months of decreased revenue due to covid19. The existing building (once a dance studio) is zoned for commercial use and allowing a developer to place a 4 story luxury condo in this space is taking away from the community space aspect of Hugo Street. This has been a hard year for everyone. Please, think of the local small businesses and the owners of these businesses. Living in San Francisco can be hard - please don't make it harder for them. Sincerely, Andrew Heinrichshow more
217 Hugo St. #2019-019373DRP-02 Hello SF Planning/Commissioning, As a resident of Hugo St. who lives 1 block from this proposed construction, I'd like to share why I think this project is a bad idea. Hugo Street has a very special ethos that should not be disturbed for merely 2 condo units. If affordable housing were to be put in on Hugo, that's one thing. But to overcrowd our narrow little street with construction just for 2 luxury con… Hello SF Planning/Commissioning, As a resident of Hugo St. who lives 1 block from this proposed construction, I'd like to share why I think this project is a bad idea. Hugo Street has a very special ethos that should not be disturbed for merely 2 condo units. If affordable housing were to be put in on Hugo, that's one thing. But to overcrowd our narrow little street with construction just for 2 luxury condos? At the cost of the small businesses next door? (It will cost the businesses dearly, because parking in this neighborhood is already very difficult, and also these businesses thrive on foot traffic and the willingness of people to hang out at the parklet, which they will not want to do if there is construction happening next door). After this horrible year of business they've had to endure. Please consider the impact this project will have on the small businesses that make this street so special. Hugo St has a sense of community that is very unique in this city, and it deserves to be protected. Thank you, Madeline Faase Hugo St Residentshow more
Project 217 Hugo St. case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 To whom it may concern, I am writing concerning the proposed development at 217 Hugo street. In a city filled with unoccupied luxury condos and apartments there is zero need for this project or ones like it. There is certainly a need for low income units, but this project is anything but that. More importantly the impact to the essential business nearby would be tremendously harmful. Following an extremely diffi… To whom it may concern, I am writing concerning the proposed development at 217 Hugo street. In a city filled with unoccupied luxury condos and apartments there is zero need for this project or ones like it. There is certainly a need for low income units, but this project is anything but that. More importantly the impact to the essential business nearby would be tremendously harmful. Following an extremely difficult year of navigating the changing climate of the pandemic, the last thing these business's need is to have a huge construction project deterring their customers. Hugo street is extremely narrow and the presence of construction equipment, vehicles, and worker's cars would cause an undue amount of stress to the already stressed block. Please do not let this project go forward. Thanks, Uri Friedman Owner Swell Bicycles SF, CA, 94122show more
217 Hugo St. Project - case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 To whom it may concern, I write to you for a couple of reasons, first, are there really still buildings going up without affordable housing, this seems like a missed opportunity and necessary one. I am definitely not in the upper echelon of SF and the places for me to live have become more and more limited. I am a baker and can barely scrape by in this city that wants my goods but not me. Secondly, after such a bruta… To whom it may concern, I write to you for a couple of reasons, first, are there really still buildings going up without affordable housing, this seems like a missed opportunity and necessary one. I am definitely not in the upper echelon of SF and the places for me to live have become more and more limited. I am a baker and can barely scrape by in this city that wants my goods but not me. Secondly, after such a brutal year, one in which I lost my job, I feel more aware than ever of the struggle of small businesses. From my understanding this project would wreak havoc on 4 small businesses that have already gone through hell over the past year. I oppose this project, it seems unnecessary and ultimately destructive. I have often gotten lunch at Yo Tambien Cantina, they have been a great addition to the neighborhood. The other three businesses as well form a community that is becoming harder and harder to find. I think the long construction project and disruption to this little neighborhood would be devastating to 4 wonderful businesses that serve their community. Please consider this letter in opposition to the construction project at 217 Hugo St. Thank you for your time. Caitlin Cicalashow more
Public Comment: Project 217 Hugo St. / Case Number: 2019-019373DRP-02 Hi all, I would like to comment with my opposition of the project 217 Hugo St. with case number 2019- 019373DRP-02. I live just a few blocks away from this project and actively support the local businesses in its vicinity and am acquainted with neighbors in the nearby buildings. The small businesses in the immediate vicinity, Yo Tambien Cantina, UC Market, Body Philosophy, and UC Market have been through enough … Hi all, I would like to comment with my opposition of the project 217 Hugo St. with case number 2019- 019373DRP-02. I live just a few blocks away from this project and actively support the local businesses in its vicinity and am acquainted with neighbors in the nearby buildings. The small businesses in the immediate vicinity, Yo Tambien Cantina, UC Market, Body Philosophy, and UC Market have been through enough difficulties with the pandemic and I believe this project would adversely affect their businesses due to congestion, noise, and construction waste materials. I am a professional engineer in the architectural/engineering/construction industry so I am aware of what a construction site might look like, especially a project of this scale in such a small, quiet street. It will be disruptive for both the small businesses and for my neighbors who will likely continue working from home even as the slow re-opening continues. I do not believe this project is in the best interests of our immediate community or San Francisco as a whole. It does not make sense to build luxury condos in this neighborhood and as I understand it, no part of it will be affordable housing. It was made clear by the passing of Prop K this past November that the people of San Francisco recognize the need for affordable housing and not the addition of more luxury units in any neighborhood. Though the 217 Hugo St project is not directly related to Prop K, I believe it would be contradictory to allow such luxury units to be built in a city that does not need or want them. Sincerely, Jevin Almazan 1240 7th Aveshow more
Belle Bueti Via Body Philosophy Club · email · 2021-05-13 · oppose · source packet
217 Hugo Street, case no. 2019-019373DRP-02 To the Planning Commission, My name is Belle Bueti, I own and operate Body Philosophy Club, a vintage clothing store at 211 Hugo Street, 15 linear feet east of the proposed project at 217 Hugo. I am writing to contest the permit for the proposed demolition and construction at 217 Hugo Street for the following reasons: - There are 4 small businesses on this block (1 launderette, 1 vintage clothing shop, 1 res… To the Planning Commission, My name is Belle Bueti, I own and operate Body Philosophy Club, a vintage clothing store at 211 Hugo Street, 15 linear feet east of the proposed project at 217 Hugo. I am writing to contest the permit for the proposed demolition and construction at 217 Hugo Street for the following reasons: - There are 4 small businesses on this block (1 launderette, 1 vintage clothing shop, 1 restaurant, 1 corner market) -- two are queer-women-owned, three are immigrant-owned -- that would be gravely threatened by this construction's noise, dust, parking disruption, sidewalk obstruction, and the obstruction of view of signage/storefronts. - All of our businesses are already struggling after 14 months of Covid-19-caused revenue loss -- none of us can afford any further reduction in business, especially one that would last for 2-3 years. How is the addition of a two-unit luxury condo (nothing close to affordable housing) worth the loss of four essential small businesses? - Hugo Street is extremely narrow (this seems like a very unconsidered part of this plan) and parking is always difficult for my customers to find. The large trucks and equipment that would be required for this project would inevitably create further obstruction of the street. Most significantly, the parking spots that would be taken up by the commuting construction workers and equipment would make it even harder for my customers to find parking and patronize my business. - Yo Tambien Cantina's parklet, approximately 40 feet from the project site, would be extremely affected by the noise and dust created by demolition and construction. Their business is vital to mine-- they attract walk-by business, they bring new customers, and they provide a second experience for my customers. If their outdoor, Covid-safe seating is compromised my business will be too. When considering the impact this project would have on our neighborhood, it is critical that you look at the current precarious state of our local economy and community -- this is not 2019, when the applicant originally began their negotiations -- this is 2021, months and months into a global pandemic. Thank you for taking the time to read my comments, and to consider the grave consequences of permitting this construction. Sincerely, Belle Bueti [phone removed] [email removed] www.bodyphilosophyclub.com 211 Hugo Street, San Francisco, Cashow more
Project at 217 Hugo St., case 2019-019373DRP-02 Hello, I<U+2019>m writing to urge you to oppose the development project at 217 Hugo St. I am a resident of the Haight, having moved here after living around the corner from this proposed project (at 1281 4th Ave) three years ago. I jog down Hugo St several times a week and used to shop at UC Market. I am also close with many friends of the owner of Body Philosophy Club, and eat at Yo Tambin Cantina all the time… Hello, I<U+2019>m writing to urge you to oppose the development project at 217 Hugo St. I am a resident of the Haight, having moved here after living around the corner from this proposed project (at 1281 4th Ave) three years ago. I jog down Hugo St several times a week and used to shop at UC Market. I am also close with many friends of the owner of Body Philosophy Club, and eat at Yo Tambin Cantina all the time. While I no longer live in the neighborhood, I feel strongly that a luxury development project there is inappropriate, in large part because it would harm these community spaces. Even on my evening runs, the street feels tight, and I cannot imagine these businesses surviving after the pandemic with further restrictions to foot traffic and parking. I also don<U+2019>t know that I would want to eat my tamales or rice bowls streetside just feet from a loud and dusty construction site. Beyond the business concerns, I am very displeased that this project does not include affordable housing. In my mind, there<U+2019>s just no excuse for any new residential building in San Francisco not to have space for people of modest means or who<U+2019>ve been displaced. Having survived homelessness and housing insecurity, I believe that we as a city should prioritize everyday people and ensure that as many low-income people as possible retain their material dignity and sense of belonging here. This project, by endangering queer-women and immigrant-owned community spaces, and by clearing space for the wealthy at the expense of the poor, betrays San Francisco values. I ask that you oppose it firmly. Thank you, Brian Clementshow more
CONCERNED CITIZEN 217 Hugo St. and case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 Hello David, Dean, & Commissions Secretary, I am writing today as a concerned citizen regarding the proposed project on Hugo St. in the Inner Sunset neighborhood. As a long time SF resident who lives and frequents this neighborhood often, I am deeply worried about the impact this project will have on the small businesses of this street. Namely: Hugo Launderette (immigrant-owned), Body Philosophy Club (qu… Hello David, Dean, & Commissions Secretary, I am writing today as a concerned citizen regarding the proposed project on Hugo St. in the Inner Sunset neighborhood. As a long time SF resident who lives and frequents this neighborhood often, I am deeply worried about the impact this project will have on the small businesses of this street. Namely: Hugo Launderette (immigrant-owned), Body Philosophy Club (queer-woman-owned), Yo Tambien Cantina (queer-women-immigrant-owned), UC Market (immigrant-owned). Hugo Street is extremely narrow and parking is already prohibitive <U+2014> large trucks, equipment, dumpsters, construction employee parking needs <U+2013> would undoubtedly block the street, making it far less appealing for me and other patrons to spend our time and money there. **This project threatens the livelihood of these small businesses, on top of the hardship they've already endured because of the pandemic.** I think we can all agree that the beauty of San Francisco is in our neighborhoods, the pockets of lively corridors where community + small businesses come together. Hugo Street is a shining example of this. This corridor of businesses brings life to this neighborhood, is incredibly special, and should be protected so that it can continue to thrive for years to come. A 2-3 year project would all but threaten to distinguish this much loved street and these businesses... A 2-3 year project for just 2 luxury resident units... The outcome does not equal what needs to be compromised by these 4 businesses and all the patrons that frequent them. I am deeply concerned and implore you to not allow this project to move forward. Keep Hugo Street alive and thriving by encouraging another business to enter the ground floor of the unit -- keep this corridor community oriented and not for luxury apartments. Thank you for your time and I am looking forward to the public discretionary review tomorrow, May 13th. Sincerely, Rachaelshow more
Public Comment | 217 Hugo St. - Case # 2019-019373DRP-02 Hello, It has come to my attention that there is a permit for luxury condo construction at 217 Hugo St. My partner and I would like to contest the permit. The neighborhood is one we cherish. I would argue that Yo Tambien Cantina makes the best breakfast sandwich in the city. However, like many other small businesses they've been hurt badly by the pandemic - as has UC Market, Hugo Laundrette, and Body Phil… Hello, It has come to my attention that there is a permit for luxury condo construction at 217 Hugo St. My partner and I would like to contest the permit. The neighborhood is one we cherish. I would argue that Yo Tambien Cantina makes the best breakfast sandwich in the city. However, like many other small businesses they've been hurt badly by the pandemic - as has UC Market, Hugo Laundrette, and Body Philosophy Club. To allow such a disruptive construction right as things are getting better is a horrible one-two punch for these small businesses. To do so in order to build luxury condos is even worse. Please let this street recover before allowing such a construction to begin. -Tedshow more
Please Reject - 17 Hugo St. and case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 Hi David, Supervisor Preston, and Staff, I'm writing to request the rejection of the permit for 17 Hugo St. and case number: 2019- 019373DRP-02. I'm typically a YIMBY, but this project will negatively impact hundreds of people in this neighborhood for a very small number (two) of luxury units. Here are four reasons to reject this proposal, based on my experience living in the Inner Sunset for the past fiv… Hi David, Supervisor Preston, and Staff, I'm writing to request the rejection of the permit for 17 Hugo St. and case number: 2019- 019373DRP-02. I'm typically a YIMBY, but this project will negatively impact hundreds of people in this neighborhood for a very small number (two) of luxury units. Here are four reasons to reject this proposal, based on my experience living in the Inner Sunset for the past five years, in addition to conversations with roommates, neighbors, and business owners: 1. Hugo is the center of our community: During the past year, I've had several conversations with neighbors about the toll of the pandemic on their mental health. What has been apparent in every one of these conversations is the craving for more human connection. And Hugo Street - with Hugo Launderette, Body Philosophy Club, Yo Tambien Cantina, and the UC Market - is the focal point for community-building in our neighborhood. Neighbors - old and young, doctors, teachers, tech workers, folks who grew up in the inner Sunset, and immigrants - all gather together on Hugo. In a time when we need community more than ever, and at the moment when we finally have a chance to safely congregate, please do not imperil our ability to engage and build relationships with neighbors. 2. Limited parking is a danger to pedestrians and bikers: This project will inevitably consume multiple parking spots for the duration of the demolition and building. Parking in our neighborhood has taken me up to forty-five minutes on occasion. And I often have to leave my car in the park during Street Cleanings, exposing it to car break-ins. The much more significant consequence, though, is the danger that limited parking creates for pedestrians and bikers on the inner sunset's narrow streets. 3. Disproportionate Impact of Noise: One major quality of life issue is noise level. We've all been through a tremendous amount this past year. Our doctors need respite and our elderly folks need rest. Moreover, many people in the neighborhood will be working remotely for the foreseeable future. We all need an environment where we can heal, rejuvenate, and carry out our livelihoods. For two to three years, hundreds of us on adjacent blocks will have to deal with significant construction noise. For what? For two higher-income individuals or couples to be able to move in, in 2023. 4. This is NOT an issue of supply and demand and housing affordability - There are currently many vacant units in our neighborhood. My landlord alone has seven open units with the ability to accommodate over twenty people. The units that are being built will NOT provide more affordable options, not for lower-income folks and not for medical students. It does not serve the important purpose of increasing diversity in our neighborhood. What we need is a sense of community, safety, and respite. This project will affect the ability of hundreds of our neighbors to attain and maintain those critical quality-of-life measures. And for what? For two luxury condos, that will be occupied many months, if not years, from now? Thank you. Warmly, Katie -- Katie Doherty [phone removed]show more
small businesses in District 5 need your help re: case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 Att: Commissions Secretary et al., My name is Kenzie Benesh, and my wife and I own a small business in District 5 located at 205 Hugo Street. Our business is a small cafe/restaurant where we have been operating for 3 years now. This past year has no doubt been the hardest due to COVID-19. We have managed to stay somewhat operational by offering take-out food and building a parklet for our customers and community m… Att: Commissions Secretary et al., My name is Kenzie Benesh, and my wife and I own a small business in District 5 located at 205 Hugo Street. Our business is a small cafe/restaurant where we have been operating for 3 years now. This past year has no doubt been the hardest due to COVID-19. We have managed to stay somewhat operational by offering take-out food and building a parklet for our customers and community members. We have an urgent matter regarding the building at 217 Hugo Street which is set to be demolished. Even though there is a Discretionary Review set for this Thursday, it seems like the Planning Department will approve this construction for housing, even though this housing is NOT NEEDED in our city - luxury condos. The projected 40-foot-tall four story residential building being proposed is too tall and not aligned with the neighborhood ethos, architecture, and moral. 217 Hugo Street is currently a beautiful building that should not be demolished, but remain in-tact and be restored as a community space for dance, meditation, and more. . There are four small businesses on this block, and they will all dramatically suffer (if not be forced to close) from this development. Body Philosophy Club (female owned and operated), UC Market, and Hugo Street Launderette, and ourselves (Yo Tambien Cantina) are all against this development. Our cafe is currently struggling to survive from covid-19 and we can only allow customers to sit outside on our parklet we built in September 2020. Having construction take place would dramatically influence our source of revenue and clientele experience (if people still come while this demolition and construction take place). I am not only a business owner in this neighborhood, but also a community member living at 250 Irving Street. For the record, I strongly OPPOSE this project Record No. 2019-019373DRP-02 Please consider small businesses and neighbors like us while assessing if this project is appropriate and needed in this area. Please do not refer me to the Planning Department, we have already tried that route. Thank you for reading, - Kenzie Benesh -- THE CANTINA ORDER ONLINE: www.YTC2GO.com @yotambiencantinashow more
217 Hugo St, case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 To whom it may concern, I am a San Francisco home owner within the Inner Sunset and have fallen in love with the businesses of Hugo street as a safe atmosphere to bicycle, walk thanks to minimal traffic and no construction. That is why I'm disappointed to hear about construction that puts these businesses at risk after an especially tough year due to COVID in order to build luxury condos that would only house … To whom it may concern, I am a San Francisco home owner within the Inner Sunset and have fallen in love with the businesses of Hugo street as a safe atmosphere to bicycle, walk thanks to minimal traffic and no construction. That is why I'm disappointed to hear about construction that puts these businesses at risk after an especially tough year due to COVID in order to build luxury condos that would only house two sets of tenants. There is no doubt that such an obstacle for these businesses will put them at unnecessary risk while providing no value to the neighborhood. If this was for affordable housing of a few more tenants, I could be convinced but with the current plan I urge you to not support this project. Best, Barnett Klaneshow more
Comment - 217 Hugo St. (2019-019373DRP-02) Hello, I am writing to comment my concern about a proposed project at 217 Hugo Street. The Hugo Street corridor is an extremely special spot in the city, an example of a rapidly disappearing atmosphere in san francisco: a narrow corridor of small, independent businesses that are women/queer/immigrant owned and operated. Additionally, the 14+ months of pandemic losses they have just endured, which have closed so… Hello, I am writing to comment my concern about a proposed project at 217 Hugo Street. The Hugo Street corridor is an extremely special spot in the city, an example of a rapidly disappearing atmosphere in san francisco: a narrow corridor of small, independent businesses that are women/queer/immigrant owned and operated. Additionally, the 14+ months of pandemic losses they have just endured, which have closed so many small businesses across the city, should be considered as a special circumstance in the case for proposing demolition of a fellow commercial space to construct a mere two luxury housing units. I am extremely concerned about the impact that a construction span of 2-3 years that will only add two luxury units will have on the street, after these businesses have struggled to survive 14 months of mandated pandemic closures and lost revenue. The noise, traffic, and dust and debris alone will have a huge impact on these businesses, who already operate on an extremely narrow street with limited parking. There is no lack of luxury housing in the city, but there is a growing lack of creative people being able to add vibrancy here, their creations and businesses being what makes san francisco so special and the reason that people want to move here in the first place. While I realize we cannot stop "progress" all together, I believe the special circumstances of the uniqueness of these small businesses and the impacts of the pandemic year we all have just been through on their ability to remain afloat justify further considerations of what years of construction will do to one of the most unique small business corridors in san francisco. If the planning commission absolutely believes that adding two luxury housing units is worth jeopardizing the survival of small businesses that just weathered a global pandemic, considerations of mandating how to minimize the disturbance on this extremely special community space should be strongly considered. Thank you, Mia -- mia r. voevodsky architectural designer + historian san franciscoshow more
no luxury condo (project 217 Hugo St. and case number: 2019-019373DRP-02) To whom it may concern, I<U+2019>m reaching out to oppose and contest the proposal to build a luxury condo on Hugo Street. Just emerging from the fog of the pandemic, this proposal could not come at a worse time for the Sunset neighborhood. 2-3 years of construction on a narrow street that would seriously impact the livelihoods of small business (queer, immigrant) owners on Hugo Street. Small businesses lik… To whom it may concern, I<U+2019>m reaching out to oppose and contest the proposal to build a luxury condo on Hugo Street. Just emerging from the fog of the pandemic, this proposal could not come at a worse time for the Sunset neighborhood. 2-3 years of construction on a narrow street that would seriously impact the livelihoods of small business (queer, immigrant) owners on Hugo Street. Small businesses like Body Philosophy Club, Yo Tambien Cantina and UC Market contribute immeasurable value, texture and vibrancy to the Inner Sunset. They cannot afford another huge setback and may not come out the other side. And for what, a luxury condo? (As opposed to affordable housing, which would be an entirely different story) Thank you for taking the time to read this. Asking you to reconsider and think about the needs of the neighborhood, not money. Best, Roxanne Rosensteelshow more
Re: Project 217 Hugo Street Re: case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 As small business owners in the Inner Sunset neighborhood, we understand the existing challenges + new challenges brought on by COVID. We are writing to you in objection to the luxury condo development on Hugo Street as it will change the character/charm of the street but also and more importantly disrupt the small businesses that are currently operating on the street. We have had … Re: case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 As small business owners in the Inner Sunset neighborhood, we understand the existing challenges + new challenges brought on by COVID. We are writing to you in objection to the luxury condo development on Hugo Street as it will change the character/charm of the street but also and more importantly disrupt the small businesses that are currently operating on the street. We have had the privilege of knowing the proprietors from Yo Tambien Cantina and Body Philosophy Club and have been inspired by their grit and determination to continue to operate and serve the neighborhood despite the numerous challenges all because they love the neighborhood and people of Inner Sunset and San Francisco so much. We hope you will reconsider this development project and continue to support our small businesses that are all trying to recover from this pandemic. Sincerely, Eddo Kim and Clara Lee Friends, Neighbors, and proprietors of Queens (1235 9th Ave)show more
project @ 217 Hugo St. and case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 Hey Community Leaders, As a Sunset resident I want to express my disinterest and concern in having luxury units built here, in a housing crisis, and taking over existing community space. I really don't understand how projects like this get approved given the context of hardship in the city, for small businesses, and for unhoused people. If this were a multi-unit mixed-income/affordable housing project that … Hey Community Leaders, As a Sunset resident I want to express my disinterest and concern in having luxury units built here, in a housing crisis, and taking over existing community space. I really don't understand how projects like this get approved given the context of hardship in the city, for small businesses, and for unhoused people. If this were a multi-unit mixed-income/affordable housing project that could be a home to many, this would be another story. Thank you for your work! Ryan -- Ryan Seiter [phone removed]show more
In Opposition to Project 217 Hugo Street - Case # 2019-019373DRP-02 Hello <U+2014> I am emailing as a SF resident to cite my opposition to the construction of two luxury condos. This move puts small businesses at risk <U+2014> especially after a tremendously difficult year for local, small shops. The businesses on the street are vital to the community, and are immigrant owned and queer women owned spaces. If you're familiar with Hugo street, you know the parking … Hello <U+2014> I am emailing as a SF resident to cite my opposition to the construction of two luxury condos. This move puts small businesses at risk <U+2014> especially after a tremendously difficult year for local, small shops. The businesses on the street are vital to the community, and are immigrant owned and queer women owned spaces. If you're familiar with Hugo street, you know the parking is narrow and limited. Large trucks and construction vehicles taking up space will only take away valuable foot traffic to these neighborhood gems. SF needs to value its small businesses and the people in our communities that make this city what it is. Constructing two luxury condos comes at a grave cost <U+2014> we are compromising the very fabric of our community <U+2014> small businesses and their owners<U+2014> for a space that cannot be enjoyed by the masses. If we've learned anything after 2020, we need to take care of each other and take care of the community. I implore you to make the decision that values these two things <U+2014> stopping the construction on 217 Hugo. Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to the right decision being made. Best, Kate Ursushow more
Comments on Project @ 217 Hugo St. and case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 **** To whom it may concern: I'm writing in as a former 94118 resident and long-time and continued patron of small businesses in the Inner Sunset, a neighborhood that I just love. I am aware that there is a proposal under review to demolish/ drastically renovate the building at 217 Hugo St and build a 4 story, two-unit luxury housing replacement, and that the process will take between 2-3 years. Hugo Street is b… To whom it may concern: I'm writing in as a former 94118 resident and long-time and continued patron of small businesses in the Inner Sunset, a neighborhood that I just love. I am aware that there is a proposal under review to demolish/ drastically renovate the building at 217 Hugo St and build a 4 story, two-unit luxury housing replacement, and that the process will take between 2-3 years. Hugo Street is both tiny and yet currently home to lots of amazing businesses that give the inner sunset character! I personally have enjoyed frequently patronizing Body Philosophy Club & Yo Tambien Cantina in particular, but also drop into other small businesses on the street. I'm concerned that this project is coming at the significant expense of small businesses (reduced parking, loud noise and resulting reduction in revenue all on the back of COVID!). I fell in love with these businesses and the Inner Sunset in general when it was all a 5 min walk from my door, but now that I'm driving there I really struggle to find parking already and a construction zone on top of everything will really make me reconsider coming at all. I'm also concerned that you'd approve a luxury condo in a building previously zoned commercial, when it would mean missing the opportunities for affordable housing or another small business with character. Thanks for your consideration and have a wonderful day, Kathrynshow more
217 Hugo St. / case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 **** Hello, Below is a letter I wrote several months ago on behalf of saving the Flo Lazar Studio at 217 Hugo from demolition. Please take this into consideration in your decision-making and vote on behalf of preserving neighborhood feeling and artistic pursuits. Thank you for your consideration, Doug Goodkin Doug Goodkin … Hello, Below is a letter I wrote several months ago on behalf of saving the Flo Lazar Studio at 217 Hugo from demolition. Please take this into consideration in your decision-making and vote on behalf of preserving neighborhood feeling and artistic pursuits. Thank you for your consideration, Doug Goodkin Doug Goodkin 2/9/2021 1232 2ndAve. San Francisco, CA 94122 [phone removed] [email removed] www.douggoodkin.com To Whom It May Concern, My name is Doug Goodkin and I<U+2019>m writing on behalf of all of us in the Inner Sunset neighborhood concerned about preserving the FLOW Studio at 217 Hugo St., San Francisco. I live on 2ndAve near Hugo, a block and a half away from this wonderful studio. My understanding is that there is a move to demolish it, to be replaced by condominium housing. This would be a grave mistake. Housing is housing and there are other places in the city where a condominium can be built. But this historic building serves a unique neighborhood function that is vital to the health of our community. If we have learned one thing in this pandemic, it is the importance of people gathering together to express themselves through singing, music, dance, theater. Such activities are<U+2014>and always have been<U+2014> more than an optional hobby on the side. They are essential to our individual well-being and our social well-being as well. I know this from the inside out, having been a music teacher for 45 years at The San Francisco School in the Portola District. There I taught children between three years old and 8thgrade through an approach to music education called Orff Schulwerk. The Orff approach is not mere instrumental instruction, but includes movement, folk dance, drama, body percussion, poetry, improvisation and ensemble work on specially designed Orff instruments, recorders and percussion instruments. We often work barefoot in circles and my music room is very similar to the FLO Studio space, with a sprung wood dance floor and an inviting open space. In fact, I once rented the space for a rehearsal with a group called Xephyr, Orff teachers creating works in the style in which we teach and it suited our needs perfectly! During much of those 45 years, I also trained teachers throughout the Bay Area and later, through the U.S. and Canada, in this approach. Starting in 1990, I expanded my teacher training, giving workshops and courses in some 48 countries on every continent. During this time, I also wrote nine books on the subject of music education, taught at the SF Conservatory and taught and performed at the SF Jazz Center with my band Doug Goodkin & the Pentatonics. All this and more you can see on my Website above. None of this is said to impress you, but to make clear that I know from the inside out and for half-a-century the deep importance of the arts and the commitment cultural institutions should make to support, preserve and extend opportunities for artistic expression, especially with young children. It would be a travesty of the highest order to tear down this precious space merely to make money building two more houses. I officially retired from the San Francisco School in June of 2020. My intention was not to stop teaching, but to reach beyond the school community to other groups of people. That started spontaneously when the shelter-in-place began with a live music gathering on 2ndAvenue with my neighbors and their children, masked and properly socially distanced. At least once a month and sometimes more, families with kids from 1 to 11 years old gather and sing the songs from my extensive school repertoire. Many families report that this dependable gathering has been a high point in a difficult time. Without the children at my school to teach, I was excited about such neighborhood events and began to dream of more extended work with kids and also adults once the sheltering is lifted. It has been a comfort to know that the studio would be there to welcome such gatherings<U+2014> in the neighborhood, a perfect space for the kind of classes I teach and affordable. Now it is disturbing to think that something unique and almost irreplaceable might be torn down for something commonplace that could easily happen elsewhere. In short, this demolition simply cannot be. The neighborhood is already suffering from massive U.C. expansion plans and again, the pandemic is trying its best to teach us about the things that really matter in this life<U+2014> not big buildings and development projects, but human intimacy, connection, a joyful and caring neighborhood feeling. In the light of all the above, please consider our hopes to preserve this lovely space. Thank you for your time and attention and feel free to contact me should you wish to discuss these issues further. (And then come to our next neighborhood sing!) Sincerely yours, Doug Goodkinshow more
217 Hugo St. Dear Commissions Secretary, I am writing as a longtime Sunset resident and a nearly 20 year resident of San Francisco, a city that I love with all of my heart. I'm writing out of concern for the building of 2 luxury condo units at 217 Hugo Street, or case 2019- 019373DRP-02 **. Over the past couple of years, Hugo Street has become a hub for small businesses. It is a charming, lovely street - one of the pretti… Dear Commissions Secretary, I am writing as a longtime Sunset resident and a nearly 20 year resident of San Francisco, a city that I love with all of my heart. I'm writing out of concern for the building of 2 luxury condo units at 217 Hugo Street, or case 2019- 019373DRP-02 **. Over the past couple of years, Hugo Street has become a hub for small businesses. It is a charming, lovely street - one of the prettiest in San Francisco. I would like to see 217 Hugo Street remain a community space, instead of private housing for the wealthy. That the luxury condo units do not contain affordable housing is a major issue for me. It is an affront to human decency to continue to build luxury apartments in San Francisco - a city flush with incredible wealth, but that cannot manage to house its homeless. The building of these condos would also unduly impact several women owned, queer owned, and immigrant owned businesses on Hugo Street, who have endured a hard enough year already, without having their incomes and psyches impacted by a 2-3 year construction project. I hope you'll consider speaking out against the building of these condos on behalf of myself and other Sunset residents. I both live and work in the Sunset, and want to see it remain a vibrant, welcoming place for all kinds of people. Sincerely, Erin Hurleyshow more
217 Hugo St: Owner taken advantage of by developer I live near Hugo and 2nd in Inner Sunset, and recently learned from a local business that the owner of 217 Hugo St. had been taken advantage of by a predatory developer. This is case number: 2019- 019373DRP-02. I<U+2019>m requesting that this development not be approved because the developer took advantage of the owner, who did not understand the contract. At least, this is my understanding from talking to a ne… I live near Hugo and 2nd in Inner Sunset, and recently learned from a local business that the owner of 217 Hugo St. had been taken advantage of by a predatory developer. This is case number: 2019- 019373DRP-02. I<U+2019>m requesting that this development not be approved because the developer took advantage of the owner, who did not understand the contract. At least, this is my understanding from talking to a neighboring business owner. We need more housing in San Francisco, and I welcome ethical developers who treat the former owners, future residents, and neighboring businesses with respect. For example, I am very excited about the plans for the future of UCSF Parnassas! But, my understanding is that in this case the developer is essentially cheating the owner out of their property. And, if they are going to treat the owner so poorly, I expect them to treat the neighborhood, neighboring businesses, and neighbors poorly as well. Please find ways to support good, ethical development while protecting people and the neighborhood / city from swindlers. Please also help this property owner get the support they need. And, please do verify my understanding as part of the process: was the owner treated with honesty and respect? Or was it a bad contract that they didn<U+2019>t understand, which they were pushed into? Thank you, Suzanne Armstrongshow more
217 Hugo St. case number: 2019-019373DRP-02 Dear Mr.or Mrs. Secretary, My name is Sonja Riket. I am a Somatic Movement Therapist and Dance Educator. I am writing to express my opposition to the demolition of the building at 217 Hugo Street in SF-CA 94122 case number: 2019-019373DRP-02. The existing building is zoned commercial and has been a community space and dance/movement studio for decades. It is a special place where numerous children have learned … Dear Mr.or Mrs. Secretary, My name is Sonja Riket. I am a Somatic Movement Therapist and Dance Educator. I am writing to express my opposition to the demolition of the building at 217 Hugo Street in SF-CA 94122 case number: 2019-019373DRP-02. The existing building is zoned commercial and has been a community space and dance/movement studio for decades. It is a special place where numerous children have learned to dance since the 1970's. I have been renting the FLOW/Discovery Dance Studio since 1998. It is the perfect place for my work, a block away from where I live. Until the pandemic, I used this studio for my somatic movement and dance work with people of all ages (infants to the elderly). People from the neighborhood, across the Bay Area, and even internationally came to study with me and benefit from the services I provide to the community. Due to the pandemic all my classes have come to a halt. The proposed building is 4 stories, 5,746 square feet in size, housing just two luxury units, and does not including affordable housing. It will require approximately 2 - 3 years of demolition/construction. The impact of the demolition on my ability to once again generate work and income will be so much greater after 14 months of Covid-caused decreased revenue. In addition, Hugo Street is extremely narrow and parking for my clients/students is already prohibitivelarge trucks, equipment, dumpsters, worker parking would undoubtedly decrease our foot traffic and prohibit my clients/students from driving into our neighborhood. Many dance/movement/yoga places have closed and/or are in danger of demolition. I would be devastated if this historic and cultural community space that has become the home of dance and movement classes for several teachers and practitioners as well as providing much needed healing for the public, will disappear forever! FLOW/Discovery Studio can once again become a center for our neighborhood. Community members are willing to buy the studio to keep it as a space where the community can come together for dance, movement and exercise classes, a place to gather and complement the other small and vital business on the block. I urge you to say YES to a revitalized community activity center that is supported by neighbors! Sincerely, Sonja Riket 1252-2nd Avenue #7 SF-CA 94122 [phone removed] https://avanan.url-protection.com/v1/url? o=www.heartofembodiment.com&g=N2FjM2VhOGQ1M2E1OWZiNg==&h=YzFmYjJmYj kzMTczMDIyNDczZTBmODY3NzQyMmEzNDUxZjRhZmM5NDM1ZmUwOGZmMDA 0YjNjODYxYjg5MjcyNg==&p=YXAzOnNmZHQyOmF2YW5hbjpvOjhmNGFkMTc0OT M4YjMzNzhhNDYxYWExMjgwODM0ZWZkOnYx https://avanan.url-protection.com/v1/url? o=www.IntimateEmbraceTango.com&g=MjdkNGE4YjY4ZTQ2YjE5NQ==&h=MGFlYjR mOTc0NTkzODA4NzE0MmI5NGNmYjc1Mzc3YjVhNTVkZTA2YzgwMjkxNzYwZGJiNjc zYzEwYjI3ZDRlNA==&p=YXAzOnNmZHQyOmF2YW5hbjpvOjhmNGFkMTc0OTM4Yj MzNzhhNDYxYWExMjgwODM0ZWZkOnYxshow more
Comment on 217 Hugo St. (Case #2019-019373DRP-02) Hello, As a native San Franciscan (born and raised in the inner sunset, now a home owner in the outer sunset), small businesses are the lifeblood of why I continue to call this city home. The luxury construction of two condos at 217 Hugo St. just feet away from four small businesses (that have already greatly suffered this year) will likely force these businesses to go under. The businesses are: Hugo Launderett… Hello, As a native San Franciscan (born and raised in the inner sunset, now a home owner in the outer sunset), small businesses are the lifeblood of why I continue to call this city home. The luxury construction of two condos at 217 Hugo St. just feet away from four small businesses (that have already greatly suffered this year) will likely force these businesses to go under. The businesses are: Hugo Launderette (immigrant-owned), Body Philosophy Club (queer- woman-owned), Yo Tambien Cantina (queer-women-immigrant-owned), UC Market (immigrant- owned). Yo Tambien's parklet, their only seating, is approx. 30 feet away. The proposal of 2-3 years of construction for just two luxury units is the opposite of why this city is so great. We should be boosting up women and immigrant run businesses, making sure they can continue to thrive in our extremely expensive city. Plus, what happened to trying to make our city more affordable with all new construction? There is no affordable housing that will be built in this property, which is insane given our housing costs. Lastly, the existing building is zoned commercial and has been a dance studio (aka a space) for decades. Please don't allow the lure of money to ruin our city. Please community take care of our small businesses, and the beauty they bring to our town. Case Number: 2019-019373DRP-02 All the best, Haley Baronshow more
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217 Hugo Street Case #2019-019373DRP-02 To whom it should concern, The proposed development plan for this property is contrary to the thoughtful community atmosphere SF is known for that is what draws people both as tourists and as home seekers to the area. SF needs to make sure small businesses that are responsible for the diverse friendly atmosphere that makes the city so special are supported so that they may continue to thrive. The proposal to build … To whom it should concern, The proposed development plan for this property is contrary to the thoughtful community atmosphere SF is known for that is what draws people both as tourists and as home seekers to the area. SF needs to make sure small businesses that are responsible for the diverse friendly atmosphere that makes the city so special are supported so that they may continue to thrive. The proposal to build two luxury condo units will forever change this quiet and affordable retail rental strip of 4 businesses which are already barely making it thru covid. This development will make parking impossible, outdoor dining too unpleasant to be desirable and will discourage even the most determined customer from what is currently a sweet community hub. Please stop such heartless and short sighted city proposals from moving forward in this destructive format. - Alice Bueti 229 South Pueblo Avenue Ojai, CA 93023show more
217 Hugo St How can many community members call in in opposition of a project and all commissioners vote it thru with no regard for the comments? Why even have the comments then? What other options do we have? How do two condos that will definitely sell for over $1M mean more to the city than a commercial/community space? Watching and listening to all of this today really makes me wonder about the future of San Francisco the city I love so much. Wendy