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San Francisco Heritage previews 'Sustaining San Francisco's Living History' and urges incentive‑based cultural asset protections
Summary
San Francisco Heritage presented a forthcoming report recommending a citywide methodology for identifying cultural heritage assets and incentive‑based supports (case studies include London's Assets of Community Value, Buenos Aires' Barrio Notables, Paris' City acquisition program, and CAST in San Francisco). The commission discussed forming a subcommittee and next steps for policy coordination.
Mike Buehler, Executive Director of San Francisco Heritage, and Desiree Smith presented a preview of a report titled 'Sustaining San Francisco's Living History,' which surveys threats to traditional businesses and cultural uses and recommends incentive‑based responses. The report frames "cultural heritage assets" broadly to include tangible and intangible elements—buildings, businesses, institutions, and traditional uses—that contribute…
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