NEW YORK: The two hundred and sixty-fourth entry for the seniors housing Global Awards 2016 has been received.
Neighbours of a new affordable housing project were adamant at a community meeting on Saturday morning: They oppose a nine-storey senior building coming to Shotwell Street near Cesar Chavez Street because its height will create wind tunnels, block sunlight, and “bring downtown to the Mission.”
Bernal Heights residents were particularly vocal about the building, which will be the tallest in the area, saying the development would obstruct their skyline views.
“I have a beautiful view of the cityscape and the cityscape is going to be gone and I don’t want that,” said Joelle Chartier, a Bernal Heights resident. Chartier called the project “selfish, insane, and out of character” and said the city should consider lowering the number of units and look elsewhere to build up…
