San Francisco's Millennium Tower owners could face $10k fine for open windows
Millennium Tower owners may incur fines for open windows during high winds due to safety concerns. Only a third of windows are upgraded, and plumbing issues persist, prompting a $7 million lawsuit.
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Owners of San Francisco's Millennium Tower may face fines of up to $10,000 for leaving windows open during high winds, a measure prompted by safety concerns following incidents where unsecured windows broke free and caused damage. The tower, known for its leaning and sinking issues, has been under scrutiny since a window fell from the 41st floor in 2020. Despite city mandates for stronger window supports, only a third of the windows have been upgraded, raising concerns about safety during upcoming winter storms. The tower's governing board is considering the fines as a deterrent against negligence, emphasizing the need for residents to close windows during wind events. Additionally, plumbing issues persist, with residents experiencing backups attributed to the building's structural problems. One resident has filed a $7 million lawsuit against the homeowner association for alleged negligence in maintaining the plumbing system. City Supervisor Aaron Peskin noted that while progress on window upgrades is slow, it is a positive development amidst ongoing challenges related to the tower's condition.
- Millennium Tower owners may face fines for leaving windows open during high winds.
- Only a third of the windows have received necessary safety upgrades.
- Ongoing plumbing issues are linked to the building's structural problems.
- A resident has filed a $7 million lawsuit against the homeowner association.
- City officials are monitoring the situation closely as winter approaches.
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3 commentsIt was intentionally built on sand. How in the world is that a good idea?
Also, it is likely that some of these problems are due not to inadequate windows, but rather to the building shifting and tilting, and this is causing weird pressure on the windows.
I say get out and stay out.
Thankfully the adhesive problem is solved. I wonder what decisions were made that caused the wrong adhesives to be used…
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