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Supervisors advance ordinance to guarantee tenants’ choice of internet providers
Summary
The Budget & Finance Committee amended and forwarded Supervisor Mark Farrell’s ordinance to prohibit building owners from blocking tenants’ choice of certified Internet service providers, adding provisions for owner notice, ISP plans, insurance, and protections for historic/lead concerns.
A San Francisco ordinance to ensure tenants can choose qualified Internet service providers cleared the Board of Supervisors Budget and Finance Committee on Nov. 30 after amendments meant to protect building owners and safety were accepted.
Supervisor Mark Farrell, sponsor of the measure, told the committee the ordinance is designed to close a “loophole” that lets some owners and managers limit competition for tens of thousands of units. Farrell said the measure would require CPUC‑certified providers to give advance written notice, present visual installation plans, use licensed contractors, pay reasonable costs, and indemnify owners for damages. "I…
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