"Fire Marshal Tamara Jasso stated that the block-long buildings would burn hot and fast, threatening nearby homes, and emphasized, 'We would not want to send firefighters into the building in the event of a fire.'"
"Neighbor Rosita Wong expressed her fears, stating, 'Any delay to demolition is gambling with human lives,' highlighting the urgent need for action regarding the safety of the buildings."
The Palo Alto City Council mandated the demolition of the Stanford Terrace Inn, citing severe fire hazards. Fire Marshal Tamara Jasso indicated that the buildings posed a significant risk to nearby homes, with blocked emergency exits and corroded electrical wiring. Owner Sophia Huang's attorney claimed the city exaggerated violations and that many issues were fixable. Huang seeks to demolish the buildings but wants a permit for new housing first. Neighbors expressed concerns about potential fires, emphasizing the urgency of the demolition.
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