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The gentrification of Hayes Valley serves as a precedent. Over about 18 years, it evolved from a neglected industrial area into one featuring luxury condos, Michelin-starred restaurants, and vibrant street life. Developers have increasingly drawn a line from Hayes Valley’s success to nearby areas, often stretching boundaries and redefining geography—calling places “Lower Hayes” or “Haze” to boost real estate values.