f.t.c. skateboarding. the business was established in 1994. the business is comprised by a skateboard shop and boutique clothing brand. it's been well recognized for its longevity and contributions to the sport. the business started as an offshoot of f.t.c. ski and sport, which opened in the late 1960s. the business has evolved from a store into a lifestyle brand, which distributes products worldwide, helping to attract international fans to san francisco. the business has been able to open franchise shops in tokyo, japan, and barcelona, spain. the business is less than 30 years old, but it would face significant risk of displacement if it is not included on the registry. they will be entering lease negotiations this october and placement on the registry could help them to secure a fair term and price for their lease. the building has been identified by the planning department as potential historic research. it's located with the california register haight asbury historical district. the area is known for its primarily 2- and 3-story residenti