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San Francisco Masjid Project. Historical Information. Raza obtained by children of Shehzada Abdul Taiyab Bhaisaheb Zakiuddin Saheb They would: Oversee large part of architectural planning Be directly involved in obtaining required permits Give sizeable contribution to the masjid fund
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Historical Information • Raza obtained by children of Shehzada Abdul Taiyab Bhaisaheb Zakiuddin Saheb • They would: • Oversee large part of architectural planning • Be directly involved in obtaining required permits • Give sizeable contribution to the masjid fund • Be involved in monitoring progress SF Masjid
Historical Information (continued) • Asaas laid in 1996 • Site surveys have been done • Plans drawn and signed off • (Shehzada Malik-ul-Ashtar Bhaisaheb) • Architect is Zoher Bhaisaheb Vajhiuddin • Masjid Committee had been formed • Contribution commitments had been made • Collection of funds SF Masjid
City Visit • Plans had been submitted to city to obtain permission • Grandfather Clause - present day 2 acre minimum • Maximum built up allowance • Distinction made between Dawoodi Bohras and other Muslims - our local community • Existing complaints • Helpfulness of city SF Masjid
Current State • Changes in variance were suggested by city • Changes are being incorporated by Zoher Bhaisaheb • Blue prints • Elevation • Landscaping / Infrastructure SF Masjid
Next Step - City • Revisit city on Jan. 26th • Need letterhead with dates / times/ duration of all annual events • Permission for City Commission Hearing SF Masjid
Next Step - Jamaat • Formation of new Masjid Committee • Masjid Presentation to neighbors • 500 ft. radius - roughly 28 houses • Stressing: • Renovation / Beautification / Landscaping • Increased Property Value for all • Maximum of 100 people usage • Preparation for City Commission Hearing SF Masjid
City Commission Hearing • 6 weeks after application in city • Panel includes: • Local Business owners • Fremont Chair holders • Fire Department • Neighbors summoned and asked questions • Set time and date by city • No show - it’s a go! SF Masjid
Preparation for Construction • Obtain all appropriate building permits (6 months) • Tests: • Soils • Water Table • Secure Contractors / Subcontractors • Secure building materials • Construction! SF Masjid
How Can I Help? • Preparation for neighbor presentation • Door to door approach • Flyer / invitation creation • Coordination / set-up • Markaz set-up • Tables / chairs / equipment • Participation SF Masjid
How Can I Help? (continued) • Be enthusiastic / pro-active • Offer khidmat to Janab Aamil Saheb • Preparation for neighbor presentation • Contributions: • Monetary • Dua • Tasbee • Physical SF Masjid
How Can I Help? (continued) • DO NOT answer questions you do not know answers to! • DRIVE SLOWER! • BE QUIET! SF Masjid
Pre-Construction Events SF Masjid
Timeline SF Masjid
General Masjid Facts • Approximately 8,000 square feet complex • Waqaf area roughly the size of existing markaz • Multi-purpose basement • Second story for Women’s area • Syedna Abdeali Saifuddin Saheb’s masjid pillars • One minara - accessible by stairs • 25 parking spaces • Handicapped access and parking SF Masjid
Closing • Updates will be given regularly as well as posted on website • Main focus for Masjid project is neighborhood presentation • Please respect our neighbors • Possible question/answer session with Janab Turab Bhaisaheb • Shabaab invitation to Aamir Bhaisaheb • Questions? SF Masjid