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Committee backs landmarking of Japanese YWCA (Ise Women’s Building) at 1830 Sutter Street
Summary
The committee forwarded an ordinance to landmark the Japanese YWCA Ise Women’s Building in Japantown, citing its architectural significance (Julia Morgan), century-long community history and roles in civil-rights and LGBTQ organizing.
The Land Use committee on April 5 voted to forward an ordinance to designate the Japanese YWCA Ise Women’s Building at 1830 Sutter Street as a landmark under Article 10 of the Planning Code.
Frances McMillan of the Planning Department said the Historic Preservation Commission unanimously recommended designation on Nov. 18, 2020, and highlighted the building’s…
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