In San Francisco, Elon Musk’s X Company is embroiled in a controversy over its glowing logo.
Elon Musk’s X (previously known as Twitter) sparked outrage in San Francisco after building a massive, luminous “X” logo on the roof of its Market Street offices. Musk’s announcement underlines the company’s commitment to sticking in San Francisco despite the city’s economic woes. Some residents and city officials, however, have expressed dissatisfaction with the invasive lights and are examining whether the construction breaches permit restrictions.
Conflicting Reactions to Musk’s Friendship Act
While Musk’s statement of allegiance to San Francisco was welcomed with optimism for the city’s comeback, not all citizens were happy. Locals took videos of the pulsing and strobing “X” emblem and criticized the obtrusive lights. Some Twitter users were outraged by the obvious warning, criticizing the lack of care for adjacent residents.
City Officials Look into Permit Violations
The San Francisco Department of Building Inspection has begun an investigation on the logo structure, which may be in breach of permitting rules. According to reports, company managers denied inspection officials access to the roof, stating the sign was just temporary. The city’s continuous issues with employment losses, decreasing tourism, and IT industry challenges have complicated matters.
