""We have seen a number of so-called renovations that have been functional demolitions," said District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman. He emphasized that while such activities have occurred for decades, the current use of state laws to destroy beloved buildings is a troubling new trend."
""The city has not been kind to preservation in 2025," wrote Woody LaBounty, president of SF Heritage, expressing frustration over the increasing pressures on historic preservation efforts amid the push for new housing."
The near demolition of 2229 Webster St. in San Francisco highlights the challenges of historic preservation. This Italianate Victorian was home to Anne Bloomfield, a prominent preservationist. Despite her efforts, the renovation exceeded permits, reflecting a broader trend of overzealous construction in the city. District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman noted that state laws are increasingly being used to justify demolitions of beloved buildings. The pressure from the Family Zoning Plan further exacerbates concerns among preservation advocates about the future of historic sites.
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