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SFAA Fights Billboard Giant for Property Rights
Thanks to all SFAA members who wrote letters to the Board of Permit Appeals on behalf of our member Tony Lee whose billboard was removed from his building without his permission.

Water Passthrough at the Board
San Francisco Supervisor Michaela Alioto-Pier has introduced legislation to create a passthrough for the city’s new higher water rates, which would cover 50% of the increased rates, or 70% in buildings with additional conservation amenities like low-flow fixtures.

SFAA Goes Paperless
SFAA is going greener by becoming an email-driven organization.

SFAA Holds Newsom Fundraiser
SFAA hosted a $500-a-head fundraiser for Mayor Gavin Newsom to help in his re-election campaign.

Holiday Party December 17
SFAA’s annual holiday party will be held at Fort Mason on December 17, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Ballot Initiative Could Invalidate Rent Control
A new property rights initiative that may come before voters in June has a provision that would phase out San Francisco’s rent control laws.

DBI Holds Second Annual Summit
The San Francisco Department of Building Inspection hosted its annual summit, allowing members of the public to learn about the city’s building code and requirements and ask for clarification from a host of the department’s senior staff.