This resolution designates Sha’ar Zahav, located at 220 Danvers Street, as a historic landmark under the city's Planning Code. This designation aims to preserve its historical significance and protect it from potential alterations or demolitions.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for Sha’ar Zahav (Historic Location), located at 220 Danvers Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2702, Lot No. 019.
How it got here
The legislation to initiate a landmark designation for Sha’ar Zahav originated from the recognition of its historical significance to San Francisco's LGBTQ Jewish community.
The Commission adopted the Citywide Historic Context Statement for LGBTQ History, which provided frameworks for identifying historically significant sites.
The Castro LGBTQ Cultural District's report included strategies to prioritize landmarking of LGBTQIA+ historical sites, including Sha’ar Zahav.
Supervisor Mandelman introduced the resolution to initiate the landmark designation for Sha’ar Zahav.
The committee recommended the resolution for passage.
The Board of Supervisors adopted the resolution to initiate the landmark designation.
The Mayor approved the resolution, finalizing the initiation of the landmark designation process.
The Clerk transmitted the resolution to the Historic Preservation Commission for further action.
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