We have the technology to build high rises that can withstand very strong earthquakes, and they have been proven multiple times in such earthquakes.  &quot;Earthquake&quot; zone is not a reason to stop building.<p>SF could improve greatly if they made the minimum height limit to some standard european city size, such as 6-8 stories vs. 4 stories.  2000sqft Apartments on top with stores and large sidewalks &amp; trees on the ground floor replacing the current 2 story standard 1940 sunset district house. It&#x27;s very pleasant.