Making one small leap for preservationists and theater buffs the city over, Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi introduced legislation yesterday that effectively lifts zoning regulations banning the reconstruction or restoration of marquees and other projecting signs. As over 35 neighborhood theaters have been shuttered over the past 20 years due to "the man," according to city stats, a bureaucratic obstacle course has been designed for those seeking to re-purpose or demolish theaters. Two words: Special. Permit. Next up in the battle for cinematic preservation: how about some legislation requiring Le Video to offer VCRs for rent alongside their VHS tapes?
· Coming soon: New marquees? [SF Examiner]
Balboa Theater circa 1964; image courtesy
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