Required setbacks A. Fireplace - If a fireplace is detached, it must be five feet (5') from the structure. s. The BTU's of all appliances on the line. *up until 2010 or thereabouts it used to be 3 feet. All building setbacks must be maintained, whether a building requires a permit or not. One effective way to do that is to make sure that if fires start, they cant spread. Minimum 27 "width below handrail where handrails are on both sides. CHAPTER 6: BUILDING SERVICES AND SYSTEMS. (e)Where the building wall is not parallel to a side or a rear lot line, the required least dimension of the side yard or the rear yard along such line may be applied to the average, provided that no such side yard shall be less than three feet in width at any point, and no such rear yard shall be less than five feet in depth at any point. An unlicensed person cannot design multiple clusters of up to 4 dwelling units. The clear opening of all doors must be 32 inches wide, which is usually a 34 inch-wide door panel. 0000012756 00000 n Your property must have 1 street tree per every 20 feet of frontage that borders the public right of way. 0000007752 00000 n 248-03, File No. The Zoning Administrator may, after conducting a public hearing, grant a further height exemption for an elevator penthouse for a building with a height limit of more than 65 feet but only to the extent that the Zoning Administrator determines that such an exemption is required to meet state or federal laws or regulations. CHAPTER 4: EMERGENCY PLANNING AND PREPAREDNESS. This can be a door or a window ideally that leads to the public way. "The better the location and the larger the plot size, the larger the setback requirement . SEC. 0000012200 00000 n 0000163665 00000 n The Code Enforcement Team is responsible for overseeing compliancewith the City's Planning Code. 269-05, File No. Your ADU must have its own entrance. 0000207429 00000 n (K)Public monuments owned by government agencies. CHAPTER 4: EMERGENCY PLANNING AND PREPAREDNESS. Name of owner. Accessory Structures (Detached garages, barns, or sheds) A residence shall not have more than 2 detached accessory structures Single-family homes with wood-frame construction (Type V construction) that are less than: Multiple-unit dwellings containing less than 5 dwelling units of wood construction that are less than 2 stories and basement in height. CHAPTER 11: CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS. Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Pacific Islands, 148 Tribes. In comparison to the Zoning Verification Letter, LODs are typically more complex and require further research on the part of the Planning Department. Detached accessory buildings have different . Please direct general building questions to bcounter@cityofsantacruz.com. H\[04IMz?j*^oGf`'1_!EsxqOmos$ '?O]/7W_}?Lh9VivhC7??>*DL36uR)SOw{e$2l%Vr (C)Where the lot slopes upward from a street at the centerline of the building or building step, such point shall be taken at curb level for purposes of measuring the height of the closest part of the building within 10 feet of the property line of such street; at every other cross-section of the building, at right angles to the centerline of the building or building step, such point shall be taken as the average of the ground elevations at either side of the building or building step at that cross-section. 1/16/2015. 0000005142 00000 n Must show resilience in the face of setbacks, learn from mistakes and be able to manage numerous, sometimes competing, priorities . 0000004268 00000 n 0000013431 00000 n One approved copy is returned to the applicant when the building permit . 8/11/2016, Eff. If you are remodeling the primary unit as well, there may be additional water capacity costs. The rear setback is open space requirements, which vary by neighborhood. ARTICLE 1B: PERFORMANCE OF WILD OR EXOTIC ANIMALS FOR PUBLIC ENTERTAINMENT OR AMUSEMENT, ARTICLE 11A: BED BUG INFESTATION PREVENTION, TREATMENT, DISCLOSURE, AND REPORTING, ARTICLE 12B: SOIL BORING AND WELL REGULATIONS, ARTICLE 12C: ALTERNATE WATER SOURCES FOR NON-POTABLE APPLICATIONS, ARTICLE 14: AMBULANCES AND ROUTINE MEDICAL TRANSPORT VEHICLES, ARTICLE 16: REGULATING THE USE OF 'ECONOMIC POISONS', ARTICLE 17: DISPOSAL OF UNCLAIMED PERSONAL PROPERTY AT SAN FRANCISCO GENERAL HOSPITAL, ARTICLE 18: PROVIDING FOR ISSUANCE OF CITATIONS TO VIOLATORS, ARTICLE 19A: REGULATING SMOKING IN EATING ESTABLISHMENTS [SUSPENDED], ARTICLE 19B: REGULATING SMOKING IN SHARED OFFICE WORKPLACE [SUSPENDED], ARTICLE 19C: REGULATING SMOKING IN PUBLIC PLACES AND IN HEALTH, EDUCATIONAL AND CHILD CARE FACILITIES [SUSPENDED], ARTICLE 19D: PROHIBITING CIGARETTE VENDING MACHINES, ARTICLE 19E: PROHIBITING SMOKING IN PLACES OF EMPLOYMENT AND CERTAIN SPORTS ARENAS [SUSPENDED], ARTICLE 19F: PROHIBITING SMOKING IN ENCLOSED AREAS, CERTAIN UNENCLOSED AREAS, AND SPORTS STADIUMS, ARTICLE 19G: ENFORCEMENT OF SMOKING PROHIBITIONS, ARTICLE 19H: PERMITS FOR THE SALE OF TOBACCO, ARTICLE 19I: PROHIBITING SMOKING IN CITY PARK AND RECREATIONAL AREAS AND FARMERS' MARKETS, ARTICLE 19J: PROHIBITING PHARMACIES FROM SELLING TOBACCO PRODUCTS, ARTICLE 19K: PROHIBITING SALES OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS ON PROPERTY OWNED BY OR UNDER THE CONTROL OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO, ARTICLE 19L: PROHIBITING SMOKING AT CERTAIN OUTDOOR EVENTS, ARTICLE 19M: DISCLOSURE TO PROSPECTIVE RESIDENTIAL TENANTS OF WHETHER A UNIT IS SMOKE FREE OR SMOKING OPTIONAL, AND INFORMING EXISTING RESIDENTIAL TENANTS WHERE SMOKING IS OPTIONAL, ARTICLE 19N: ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES - RESTRICTIONS ON SALE AND USE, ARTICLE 19O: [SMOKELESS TOBACCO - USE PROHIBITED AT ATHLETIC VENUES], ARTICLE 19P: PROHIBITING THE SALE OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS TO PERSONS AGED 18, 19, OR 20, ARTICLE 19Q: PROHIBITING THE SALE OF FLAVORED TOBACCO PRODUCTS, ARTICLE 19R: PROHIBITING THE SALE OF ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES LACKING FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION PREMARKET APPROVAL, ARTICLE 19S: PROHIBITING THE SALE AND DISTRIBUTION OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS IN SAN FRANCISCO, ARTICLE 22A: ANALYZING SOILS FOR HAZARDOUS WASTE, ARTICLE 22B: CONSTRUCTION DUST CONTROL REQUIREMENTS, ARTICLE 23: VIDEO DISPLAY TERMINAL WORKER SAFETY, ARTICLE 24: CHLOROFLUOROCARBON RECOVERY AND RECYCLING, ARTICLE 25: MEDICAL WASTE GENERATOR REGISTRATION, PERMITTING, INSPECTIONS AND FEES, ARTICLE 26: COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL LEAD POISONING INVESTIGATION, MANAGEMENT AND ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM, ARTICLE 27: HEALTH SERVICE SYSTEM AGREEMENT, ARTICLE 28: MEDICAL CANNABIS USER AND PRIMARY CAREGIVER IDENTIFICATION CARDS, ARTICLE 29: LICENSING AND REGULATION OF MASSAGE PRACTITIONERS AND MASSAGE BUSINESSES, ARTICLE 30: REGULATION OF DIESEL BACKUP GENERATORS, ARTICLE 32: DISEASE PREVENTION DEMONSTRATION PROJECT, ARTICLE 34: HEALTHY PRODUCTS, HEALTHY CHILDREN ORDINANCE, ARTICLE 36: CHILD COUGH AND COLD MEDICINE WARNING ORDINANCE, ARTICLE 37: TRANS FAT FREE RESTAURANT PROGRAM ORDINANCE, ARTICLE 38: ENHANCED VENTILATION REQUIRED FOR URBAN INFILL SENSITIVE USE DEVELOPMENTS, ARTICLE 43: SURPLUS MEDICATION REPOSITORY AND DISTRIBUTION, ARTICLE 45: CITY-OPERATED ADULT RESIDENTIAL FACILITY, ARTICLE II: NOMINATION OF ELECTIVE OFFICERS, ARTICLE III: SUBMISSION OF MEASURES TO THE VOTERS, ARTICLE IV: PREPARATION AND FORM OF BALLOTS, ARTICLE V: ELECTION MATERIAL MAILED TO THE VOTERS, ARTICLE VI: BALLOT SIMPLIFICATION COMMITTEE, ARTICLE X: NON-UNITED STATES CITIZEN VOTING IN SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS, ARTICLE XI: VOTE-BY-MAIL IN MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS, ARTICLE XII: OPEN SOURCE VOTING PILOT PROGRAM, ARTICLE 13: IMPLEMENTATION OF CHARTER SECTION 16.107, ARTICLE 14: INCREASED USAGE OF CHILDRENS PLAYGROUNDS, WALKING TRAILS, AND ATHLETIC FIELDS ACT, ARTICLE 1.2: DIMENSIONS, AREAS, AND OPEN SPACES, ARTICLE 1.5: TRANSPORTATION, OFF-STREET PARKING, AND LOADING, ARTICLE 4: DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES AND PROJECT REQUIREMENTS THAT AUTHORIZE THE PAYMENT OF IN-LIEU FEES, ARTICLE 7: NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS, ARTICLE 10: PRESERVATION OF HISTORICAL ARCHITECTURAL AND AESTHETIC LANDMARKS, ARTICLE 11: PRESERVATION OF BUILDINGS AND DISTRICTS OF ARCHITECTURAL, HISTORICAL, AND AESTHETIC IMPORTANCE IN THE C-3 DISTRICTS, ARTICLE 1.1: REGULATING THE USE OF VEHICLES FOR HUMAN HABITATION, ARTICLE 1.2 DISCRIMINATION IN HOUSING AGAINST FAMILIES WITH MINOR CHILDREN, ARTICLE 1.3: TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON RENTAL INCREASES RENT ROLLBACK BASED UPON APRIL 15, 1979, RENTAL RATES AND REFUNDING ANY RENT INCREASES, ARTICLE 1.5: DISPLAY OF LIFE AND PROPERTY CONSERVATION DECALS, ARTICLE 9: MISCELLANEOUS CONDUCT REGULATIONS, ARTICLE 9.5: PROHIBITING OF PROFESSIONAL STRIKEBREAKERS, ARTICLE 9.6: REGULATIONS FOR SOLICITATION FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES, ARTICLE 10.1: REGULATING EXPOSURE OF PHOTOGRAPHS, CARTOONS OR DRAWINGS ON NEWSRACKS, ARTICLE 10.2: REGULATION OF COMPUTER RENTAL BUSINESSES, ARTICLE 11.1: COMMERCIAL DISPLAY OF DEAD HUMAN BODIES, ARTICLE 11.2: REGULATIONS FOR ADULT THEATERS AND ADULT BOOKSTORES PERMIT AND LICENSE PROVISIONS, ARTICLE 13: MISCELLANEOUS REGULATIONS FOR PROFESSIONS AND TRADES, ARTICLE 13.1: JUNK DEALERS - PERMIT AND REGULATION, ARTICLE 13.2 BICYCLE MESSENGER BUSINESSES, ARTICLE 13.4: REDUCING RENTAL-CAR BURGLARIES, ARTICLE 15.1: ENTERTAINMENT REGULATIONS PERMIT AND LICENSE PROVISIONS, ARTICLE 15.2: ENTERTAINMENT REGULATIONS FOR EXTENDED-HOURS PREMISES, ARTICLE 15.3: PROHIBITING NUDE PERFORMERS, WAITERS AND WAITRESSES, ARTICLE 15.5: NUDE MODELS IN PUBLIC PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIOS, ARTICLE 17: MISCELLANEOUS LICENSE REGULATIONS, ARTICLE 17.1: REGULATIONS FOR FORTUNETELLING; PERMIT AND LICENSE PROVISIONS, ARTICLE 18: SAN FRANCISCO POLICE PISTOL RANGE, ARTICLE 19: DISPOSAL OF UNCLAIMED PROPERTY, ARTICLE 20: REPRODUCING AND FURNISHING REPORTS, ARTICLE 21: BAN ON PUBLIC USE OF GAS-POWERED LANDSCAPING EQUIPMENT, ARTICLE 22: CITATIONS FOR VIOLATIONS OF CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF THE HEALTH CODE AND POLICE CODE, ARTICLE 25: REGULATIONS FOR PRIVATE PROTECTION AND SECURITY SERVICES*, ARTICLE 26: REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC BATH HOUSES, ARTICLE 27: REGULATIONS FOR MORTGAGE MODIFICATION CONSULTANTS, ARTICLE 28: REGULATIONS FOR PAWNBROKERS PERMIT AND LICENSE PROVISIONS, ARTICLE 31: REGULATIONS FOR TEMPORARY HELIPORTS AND PERMIT PROVISIONS, ARTICLE 32: REGULATIONS FOR CONDUCTING BINGO GAMES, ARTICLE 32A: REGULATIONS FOR CONDUCTING POKER GAMES, ARTICLE 33: PROHIBITING DISCRIMINATION BASED ON RACE, COLOR, ANCESTRY, NATIONAL ORIGIN, PLACE OF BIRTH, SEX, AGE, RELIGION, CREED, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, WEIGHT, OR HEIGHT, ARTICLE 33A: PROHIBITION OF EMPLOYER INTERFERENCE WITH EMPLOYEE RELATIONSHIPS AND ACTIVITIES AND REGULATIONS OF EMPLOYER DRUG TESTING OF EMPLOYEES, ARTICLE 33B: PROHIBITION AGAINST DISCRIMINATION BY CLUBS OR ORGANIZATIONS WHICH ARE NOT DISTINCTLY PRIVATE, ARTICLE 33E: HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY WORKER RETENTION, ARTICLE 33F: HOURS AND RETENTION PROTECTIONS FOR FORMULA RETAIL EMPLOYEES, ARTICLE 33G: PREDICTABLE SCHEDULING AND FAIR TREATMENT FOR FORMULA RETAIL EMPLOYEES, ARTICLE 33K: RIGHT TO REEMPLOYMENT FOLLOWING LAYOFF DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC, ARTICLE 33L: PROHIBITING EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF COVID-19 STATUS, ARTICLE 33M: GROCERY STORE, DRUG STORE, RESTAURANT, AND ON-DEMAND DELIVERY SERVICE WORKER PROTECTIONS, ARTICLE 33N: DOMESTIC WORKERS EQUAL ACCESS TO PAID SICK LEAVE, ARTICLE 33O: RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION WAGE THEFT PREVENTION ORDINANCE, ARTICLE 33P: PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY LEAVE, ARTICLE 33Q: PRIVATE SECTOR MILITARY LEAVE PAY, ARTICLE 34: REGULATIONS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS - PERMIT AND LICENSE PROVISIONS, ARTICLE 36: PROHIBITING THE CARRYING OF A FIREARM WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE OR DRUG, OR POSSESSION OF A FIREARM WHILE UPON PUBLIC PREMISES SELLING OR SERVING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, ARTICLE 36A: [SALE, MANUFACTURE, AND DISTRIBUTION OF FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION; POSSESSION OF HANDGUNS], ARTICLE 36B: STORAGE OF FIREARMS IN MOTOR VEHICLES, ARTICLE 36C: PROHIBITION OF FIREARMS AT PUBLIC GATHERINGS, ARTICLE 36D: GUN VIOLENCE RESTRAINING ORDERS, ARTICLE 37: POLICE EMERGENCY ALARM ORDINANCE, ARTICLE 38: PROHIBITING DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF AIDS AND ASSOCIATED CONDITIONS, ARTICLE 40: DRUG FREE WORKPLACE ORDINANCE, ARTICLE 41: PROHIBITING THE SALE OR POSSESSION OF REPLICA HYPODERMIC NEEDLES OR SYRINGES, ARTICLE 42: SALE AND DISPLAY OF AEROSOL PAINT CONTAINERS AND MARKER PENS, ARTICLE 42D: SALE AND DISPLAY OF PRODUCTS CONTAINING HYDROFLUORIC ACID, ARTICLE 43: ACCESS TO REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH CARE FACILITIES, ARTICLE 44: CLOSED CAPTIONS ACTIVATION REQUIREMENT ORDINANCE, ARTICLE 45: FIREARMS AND WEAPONS VIOLENCE PREVENTION ORDINANCE, ARTICLE 46: PROHIBITING SELF-SERVICE MERCHANDISING OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS EXCEPT IN PLACES TO WHICH MINORS HAVE NO ACCESS, ARTICLE 49: PROCEDURES FOR CONSIDERING ARRESTS AND CONVICTIONS AND RELATED INFORMATION IN EMPLOYMENT AND HOUSING DECISIONS, ARTICLE 50: CRIMINAL HISTORY IN ADMISSION TO POST-SECONDARY EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS, ARTICLE 51: STORMWATER FLOOD RISK DISCLOSURE, ARTICLE 52: OCCUPANT'S RIGHT TO CHOOSE A COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES PROVIDER, ARTICLE 53: REGULATION OF THIRD-PARTY FOOD DELIVERY SERVICES, ARTICLE 55: ACCEPTANCE OF CASH BY BRICK-AND-MORTAR BUSINESSES, ARTICLE 7: REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AUTHORITY, ARTICLE 2.1: PERMIT FEES AND OCCUPANCY ASSESSMENTS, ARTICLE 2.4: EXCAVATION IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY, ARTICLE 3: REGULATIONS IN REGARD TO WORKING CONDITIONS, ARTICLE 5.2: TABLES AND CHAIRS IN PUBLIC SIDEWALK OR ROADWAY AREAS, ARTICLE 5.3: DISPLAY OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES OR NONFOOD MERCHANDISE ON PUBLIC SIDEWALKS, ARTICLE 5.5: DISTRIBUTION OF FREE SAMPLE MERCHANDISE ON PUBLIC PROPERTY, ARTICLE 5.6: POSTING OF SIGNS ON CITY-OWNED LAMP POSTS OR UTILITY POLES, ARTICLE 5.7: HANDBILL DISTRIBUTION ON PRIVATE PREMISES; DISPLAY OF BANNERS, ARTICLE 5.8: PERMIT REGULATIONS FOR MOBILE FOOD FACILITIES CONCERNING PRODUCTS FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION, ARTICLE 5.9: PERMIT REGULATIONS FOR VENDORS, ARTICLE 14: UNDERGROUND PIPES, WIRES AND CONDUITS, ARTICLE 17: CONTROL OF DUMPS DISPOSING OF MATERIALS FROM CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION, ARTICLE 19: PUBLIC TELEPHONE BOOTHS ON PUBLIC SIDEWALKS, ARTICLE 20: PROHIBITED BICYCLE ACTIONS AND TRANSACTIONS, ARTICLE 21: RESTRICTION OF USE OF POTABLE WATER FOR SOIL COMPACTION AND DUST CONTROL ACTIVITIES, ARTICLE 23: GRAFFITI REMOVAL AND ABATEMENT, ARTICLE 25: PERSONAL WIRELESS SERVICE FACILITIES, DIVISION 3. Hire a licensed professional to do the inspection. However, for elevator penthouses, the exemption shall be limited to the top 16 feet and limited to the footprint of the elevator shaft, regardless of the height limit of the building. not exceeding 120 square feet, fences not over 7 . National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code 2016 of New York State. If you are located in the San Francisco Bay Area, our expected . After you decide to build an ADU, you must create architectural plans for your ADU. DEEMED APPROVED OFF-STREET ALCOHOL USE NUISANCE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 27: HEALTHY NAIL SALON RECOGNITION PROGRAM, CHAPTER 28: ADMINISTRATIVE DEBARMENT PROCEDURE, CHAPTER 29: FINDINGS OF FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY AND FEASIBILITY, CHAPTER 29A: APPROVAL OF POWER PLANT; PLANNING CODE SEC. Additionally, the formatting and pagination of the posted documents varies from the formatting and pagination of the official copy. -Eto &&-dvCHJ7ng They offer guidance as to whether a proposed project, such as a new building, an addition to an existing building, or a use change, conforms to the Planning Code (sometimes referred to as the Zoning Code). Inspects buildings for compliance with building code requirements for building While decks are allowable as an addition to many residential homes, the Planning Code and Residential Design Guidelines outline certain regulations for decks to . (c)Where a vacant lot abuts on two or more streets, any street lot line may be elected by the owner as the front lot line for purposes of the yard and setback requirements, and in general the lot line opposite and most nearly parallel thereto shall be the rear lot line. 3. Planning's Property Information Map(PIM) can quickly provide information on a property. These requirements can significantly increase the construction and building costs of your ADU. 1. Setbacks: A minimum 5-foot setback of . 25to 45% of the total lot depth must remain open in the rear yard (depending on your neighbors rear yards). The 2022-2023 Greenbook supersedes all previous editions and revisions and the requirements, here in, are effective until a new revision is released. 0000013238 00000 n The Planning Code allows limited projections into yards and setbacks for specified . 0000013671 00000 n (I)In the Rincon Hill Downtown Residential District, additional building volume used to enclose or screen from view the features listed under Subsections (b)(1)(A) and (b)(1)(B) above. c9Ce?Cko1]f 1k9>ICC?4}ft6[s&]b.!fs)2>4'u_J7n+ I]`rWG#"W-y~&?G.--sr.$`K`!KdEr|-},|9nvtppp\a]:u8q\a]uYAVdYAVYG:JV0PpBgk !o. "One of the reasons people are encouraged to do bay windows is that, in San Francisco, there are very severe setback requirements. The alarm is much louder than a smoke detector and often has a visual light to notify residents of an active fire. ZfCH2vgZrHhh"G-2{1uT_-FlQDB xref They will check that outside structures are in good condition and free from dry rot, fungus, deterioration, decay, or improper alteration. 0000192663 00000 n The minimum distance from a property line is 10 feet. Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge. These requirements shall not apply to any property to which the bulk limitations in Section, Average Slope of Curb or Ground From Which Height is Measured, Maximum Width for Portion of Building that May Be Measured from a Single Point, More than 5 percent but no more than 15 percent, More than 15 percent but no more than 20 percent, More than 20 percent but no more than 25 percent. The City requires garbage, recycling, and compost bins (toters) to be stored so that theyre not visible from the street or in an exit passageway. If your neighbor's proposed second-story addition will violate the applicable height . The policy also includes a number of exclusions and specific requirements to be met in relation to The Community Development Agency's inspection and compliance requirements for verification of a building's property line setbacks, floor area, and height. 0000113303 00000 n 0000043573 00000 n 0000014267 00000 n 0000111280 00000 n The area must be at least 25 sq ft or 10% of the floor area of the room served. , Eff. San Francisco already required buildings to be "solar ready," and starting in 2017, actual panels will be mandated. Each occupancy code has different requirements. (C)Unroofed recreation facilities with open fencing, including tennis and basketball courts at roof level, swimming pools with a maximum height of four feet and play equipment with a maximum height of 10 feet. 0000007201 00000 n The shared wall must be 50% open and unobstructed. (f)Obstructions in any required yard or setback shall be limited to those specified in Section, (Amended by Ord. <<77A7E6857912964094DA42836A5D028A>]/Prev 378256/XRefStm 2568>> ft. or 1/12 of the size of the room size, At least 7.5 inches from the finished floor. The setbacks might increase if you have structures, say a tower, that exceed a given height. When the applicant selects an approved Standard Plan, LADBS staff will review site-specific . 0000018772 00000 n Provide your email address to sign up for news or other topics of interest. CHAPTER 33: FIRE SAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION. Did you receive a neighborhood or hearing notice? 0000007403 00000 n 0000014949 00000 n 276-98, App. (R)Hospitals, as defined in this Code, that are legal non-complying structures with regard to height, may add additional mechanical equipment so long as the new mechanical equipment 1) is not higher than the highest point of the existing rooftop enclosure, excluding antennas; 2) has minimal visual impact and maximum architectural integration; 3) is necessary for the function of the building; and 4) no other feasible alternatives exist. hb```f`e`g`db@ !6(G@C[3/(>pa2_. 298-08, File No. My understanding is that zoning regulations are not uniform throughout DC - they vary depending on your neighborhood. 0000138346 00000 n [B,s<4cJXqL47[ZyH3V ;)N! The 2019 California Fire Code restricts BBQ grill useand the . DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING INSPECTION 1660 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 . P rojections shall not extend to a point closer than 2 feet (610 mm) from the line. DEEMED APPROVED OFF-STREET ALCOHOL USE NUISANCE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 27: HEALTHY NAIL SALON RECOGNITION PROGRAM, CHAPTER 28: ADMINISTRATIVE DEBARMENT PROCEDURE, CHAPTER 29: FINDINGS OF FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY AND FEASIBILITY, CHAPTER 29A: APPROVAL OF POWER PLANT; PLANNING CODE SEC. Division (a)(1) amended; divisions (a)(1)(A)-(D) added; division (b)(2)(I) amended; Ord. While decks are allowable as an addition to many residential homes, the Planning Code and Residential Design Guidelines outline certain regulations for decks to minimize potential adverse effects on building design, privacy, light, noise, and safety. Existing Structures. 0000113175 00000 n Under the Local program, up to 25% of an existing units ground floor or basements habitable space can also be converted. Exterior stair width code. Major Development Agreements and Projects, Historic Preservation Commission Hearings, Zoning Administrator Interpretations of the Planning Code, Apply for a Verification or Rebuild Letter. 0000147759 00000 n 0000480844 00000 n Walls that separate the ADU from a garage or an existing unit and walls on the property line must be 1-hour fire rated. Espaol: Para informacin en Espaol llamar al 628.652.7550. 0000009365 00000 n Any such sum of 20% heretofore described may be increased to 30% by unroofed screening designed either to obscure the features listed under (A) and (B) below or to provide a more balanced and graceful silhouette for the top of the building or structure. This point shall be used for height measurement only for a lot depth not extending beyond a line 100 feet from and parallel to such street, or beyond a line equidistant between such street and the street on the opposite side of the block, whichever depth is greater. 0000004127 00000 n Windows that open into an exit passageway must meet fire-resistance requirements. CHAPTER 1: SAN FRANCISCO GENERAL CODE PROVISIONS. COMMUNITY SAFETY CAMERA ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 19B: ACQUISITION OF SURVEILLANCE TECHNOLOGY, CHAPTER 21: ACQUISITION OF COMMODITIES AND SERVICES, CHAPTER 21A: HEALTH-RELATED COMMODITIES AND SERVICES, CHAPTER 21B: COMMODITIES AND SERVICES RELATING TO PROJECTS ADDRESSING HOMELESSNESS, CHAPTER 21C: MISCELLANEOUS PREVAILING WAGE REQUIREMENTS, CHAPTER 21D: FOOD PURCHASES AT HOSPITALS OPERATED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND JAILS OPERATED BY THE SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT, CHAPTER 21E: GOODS OR SERVICES CONTRACTS FOR INCARCERATED PERSONS, CHAPTER 21F: SAN FRANCISCO PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION SOCIAL IMPACT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM, CHAPTER 22: RADIO COMMUNICATION FACILITIES, CHAPTER 22A: INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY, CHAPTER 22B: TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES, CHAPTER 22E: CITY-OWNED FIBER-OPTIC FACILITIES, CHAPTER 22G: OFFICE OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGY, CHAPTER 22H: DESIGNATION UNDER HEALTH INSURANCE PORTABILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT (HIPAA), CHAPTER 22I: OFFICE OF CYBER SECURITY AND DUTIES OF THE CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER, CHAPTER 23A: SURPLUS PUBLIC LANDS ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 24A: ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE LOCAL RENT SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM IN THE OFFICE OF MAYOR, CHAPTER 26. The depth of the front . 12/4/85; Ord. The Folsom Municipal Code adopts, by reference, the 1997 Uniform Building Code (UBC). These documents should not be relied upon as the definitive authority for local legislation. Minimum 36 "at all points above the permitted handrail height. TREASURE ISLAND AND YERBA BUENA ISLAND SUBDIVISION CODE, San Francisco Building Inspection Commission (BIC) Codes, SAN FRANCISCO BUILDING INSPECTION COMMISSION CODES. 1 $~ubsection (c) below relating to subsequent development on an adjacent site shall be 2 considered to be as required by $~ubsection (a) above, in the form of a single line parallel to 3 the &~reet or ttf!lley. The policy provides for exceptions to setbacks for minor developments and building elements that may be located within the required setback. t. The total BTU load. 1/16/2015; Ord. 8/28/2016. 303(q) CRITERIA, CHAPTER 29B: CHILD CARE FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR CITY AND CITY-FUNDED PROJECTS, CHAPTER 30: CENTRALIZATION OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT, CHAPTER 31: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PROCEDURES AND FEES, CHAPTER 32: RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION LOAN PROGRAM, CHAPTER 33: COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN, CHAPTER 33A: LOCAL IMPLEMENTATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS CONVENTION ON THE ELIMINATION OF ALL FORMS OF DISCRIMINATION AGAINST WOMEN (CEDAW)*, CHAPTER 34: NOTIFICATION TO ASSESSOR CONCERNING ZONING RECLASSIFICATIONS OF PROPERTY, CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS AND VARIANCES, CHAPTER 35: RESIDENTIAL, HOTEL, AND PDR COMPATIBILITY AND PROTECTION, CHAPTER 36: COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENTS AREA PLANS AND PROGRAMS, CHAPTER 37: RESIDENTIAL RENT STABILIZATION AND ARBITRATION ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 37A: RENT STABILIZATION AND ARBITRATION FEE, CHAPTER 37C: EVICTION PROTECTIONS FOR COMMERCIAL TENANTS DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC, CHAPTER 38: COMMERCIAL LANDLORDS; ACCESS IMPROVEMENT OBLIGATIONS AND NOTICE TO SMALL BUSINESS TENANTS REGARDING DISABILITY ACCESS, CHAPTER 39: [RIGHT TO RETURN TO REVITALIZED PUBLIC HOUSING], CHAPTER 40: HOUSING CODE ENFORCEMENT LOAN PROGRAM, CHAPTER 41: RESIDENTIAL HOTEL UNIT CONVERSION AND DEMOLITION, CHAPTER 41A: RESIDENTIAL UNIT CONVERSION AND DEMOLITION, CHAPTER 41B: COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE ACT, CHAPTER 41C: TIME-SHARE CONVERSION ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 41D: RESIDENTIAL HOTEL VISITOR POLICIES, CHAPTER 41E. Please contact SSFSC at (650) 589-4020 or info@ssfscavenger.com. 2018-005411CRV; the "Policy") on construction of residential roof decks. 2019 California Building Standard Code *New* Ordinance No. 0000005662 00000 n Chief Building Official. 0000198214 00000 n Of course, this rule may change based on your location or type of deck, but 30" is the typical standard. YARD AND SETBACK REQUIREMENTS, GENERAL. However, height restrictions are also provided for aesthetic reasons, like preserving mountain or ocean views. The rear yard may not be less than 15 ft. Open space requirements range from 36 to 125 sq ft per unit. When the existing rear yard setback is less than 20 feet, additions to such structures may conform to the existing setback, provided that the addition is located no closer than 15 feet to the rear propertyline. 367 74 They are as follows: 503.1.4 Occupied roofs. 0000111163 00000 n UBC 106.2, item 5 states that: "A Residential zoning districts encompass 70 percent of San Francisco's private land. 0000207507 00000 n New openings within 10 ft of a fire escape or exterior stairs must be fire-rated. 2 . 0000103341 00000 n 0000208241 00000 n : , 628.652.7550, . Tampa, FL 33607. The person living in your ADU cannot be required to enter through another unit. Examples of violations include construction/demolition, landscaping maintenance, building misuse and inappropriate parking. 0000006447 00000 n NFPA 72, 2016 without amendments. 0000129451 00000 n Reach Codes Staff Report; Reach Codes - Information breakdown by BayRen; Redwood City Building Ordinances %PDF-1.6 % San Francisco residents and property owners understand the benefits, requirements, and ways to comply with the ordinance. 0000157306 00000 n %PDF-1.4 % trailer COMMUNITY SAFETY CAMERA ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 19B: ACQUISITION OF SURVEILLANCE TECHNOLOGY, CHAPTER 21: ACQUISITION OF COMMODITIES AND SERVICES, CHAPTER 21A: HEALTH-RELATED COMMODITIES AND SERVICES, CHAPTER 21B: COMMODITIES AND SERVICES RELATING TO PROJECTS ADDRESSING HOMELESSNESS, CHAPTER 21C: MISCELLANEOUS PREVAILING WAGE REQUIREMENTS, CHAPTER 21D: FOOD PURCHASES AT HOSPITALS OPERATED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND JAILS OPERATED BY THE SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT, CHAPTER 21E: GOODS OR SERVICES CONTRACTS FOR INCARCERATED PERSONS, CHAPTER 21F: SAN FRANCISCO PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION SOCIAL IMPACT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM, CHAPTER 22: RADIO COMMUNICATION FACILITIES, CHAPTER 22A: INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY, CHAPTER 22B: TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES, CHAPTER 22E: CITY-OWNED FIBER-OPTIC FACILITIES, CHAPTER 22G: OFFICE OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGY, CHAPTER 22H: DESIGNATION UNDER HEALTH INSURANCE PORTABILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT (HIPAA), CHAPTER 22I: OFFICE OF CYBER SECURITY AND DUTIES OF THE CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER, CHAPTER 23A: SURPLUS PUBLIC LANDS ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 24A: ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE LOCAL RENT SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM IN THE OFFICE OF MAYOR, CHAPTER 26. 7. All required yards and setbacks shall be located on the lot on which the building is situated. 0000202748 00000 n Plans are then reviewed and pre-approved by LADBS for compliance with the Building, Residential, and Green Codes. 1. 0000013557 00000 n In other rooms (like the bathroom and kitchen), the minimum ceiling height is 7 ft. Habitable rooms, like living rooms and bedrooms, must be: Kitchens must have a passageway of at least 3 ft between the counters and the wall and a 4-burner stove. Building Inspection Verification Procedures Fact Sheet. 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