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Historic preservation panel initiates landmark designation for Peace Pagoda and Peace Plaza in Japantown
Summary
The San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission voted to initiate Article 10 landmark designation for the Peace Pagoda and Peace Plaza at 1610 Gary Boulevard, citing the site's cultural significance and community support; one commissioner recused from the discussion.
The San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission voted June 21 to initiate Article 10 landmark designation for the Peace Pagoda and Peace Plaza at 1610 Gary Boulevard in Japantown.
In a staff presentation, Desiree Smith said the Peace Pagoda and Peace Plaza, constructed in 1968, are significant for their association with architect Yoshio Taniguchi and for their role in Japantown’s post‑1906 redevelopment and cultural life. She told the commission the property is owned by…
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