Meet the District 2 Candidates: Should politicians oppose housing that blocks views?

"Fury about towers impacting waterfront views has a long history in San Francisco. In the early 1960s, two 17-story apartment buildings sparked intense backlash, leading to a 40-foot height limit along the waterfront."

"As the city's housing affordability crisis has grown, pro-development YIMBYs have become a louder voice in the city. For them, preserving views is not as important as building more housing to address the city's shortage."

"Lori Brooke, who has long opposed tall developments, was quick to advocate for preserving San Francisco's 'iconic' sightlines. She emphasized the need to ensure that the city does not lose what makes it unique."

Residents in District 2 are worried about a proposed 25-story building on the Marina Safeway site affecting views of the bay. Historical backlash against tall buildings blocking waterfront views led to a 40-foot height limit. However, with rising housing costs, pro-development advocates prioritize building more housing over preserving views. Candidates in the District 2 race have differing opinions, with some emphasizing the importance of maintaining iconic sightlines while others support development to address housing shortages.

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