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Commission reviews Freedom West 2 draft EIR, hears co-op leaders urge approval
Summary
Planning staff briefed the Historic Preservation Commission on the Freedom West 2 draft EIR and preservation alternatives; co-op residents and board leaders spoke in support, and commissioners pushed for stronger mitigation, expanded archival repositories, and clarity on whether displaced residents with preference certificates may return.
The San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission reviewed the draft environmental impact report for the Freedom West 2 project and heard public testimony from Freedom West leaders who said the EIR faithfully reflects the project and community process.
Planning staffer Justin Greving presented the draft EIR for the Freedom West complex in the Western Addition, noting the public review period is open through Feb. 27, 2026, and asking the commission to comment on the EIR’s identification of historic resources, impact analysis, mitigation measures and range of preservation alternatives. Staff said Freedom West — a 22‑building co‑op developed between 1972 and 1975 in partnership with Bethel AME Church and…
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