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While SF's East Side Booms, the West Stagnates—It's Time to Change That

Mariposa, San Francisco, urban development, housing, politics, Mariposa County, San Francisco County, Local

San Francisco's east side has experienced a vibrant transformation with new housing, businesses, and community spaces, while the west side remains underdeveloped. The article argues for extending this growth westward to ensure balanced citywide progress.

- East side development has brought high-rise apartments, new restaurants, and improved schools. - Past resistance to rezoning in 2000 was overcome, leading to current success.

- Projects like Potrero Power Station and Pier 70 are boosting the east side. - The west side has not seen similar investment, creating an imbalance.

The author calls for policy changes to spur growth in western neighborhoods, fostering equity and vitality across San Francisco.

This story was originally reported by sfstandard. Read the original article here.

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