Zoning Information
Planning Department Zoning and other regulations.
Report for: 9405ZAD
Zoning Districts
Height & Bulk Districts
Special Use Districts
Special Sign Regulations
None
Legislated Setbacks
None
Cultural Districts
None
Limited and Nonconforming Uses
None
Planning Areas
Public Realm and Streetscape Plans
None
Coastal Zone
Not in the Coastal Zone
Port
Not under Port Jurisdiction
Redevelopment Areas
None
Neighborhood-Specific Impact Fees
In addition to those impact fees that apply throughout the City, the following neighborhood-specific impact fees apply to this particular property:
An overview of Development Impact Fees can be found on the Impact Fees Website
Mayor's Invest in Neighborhoods Initiative Areas
None
Community Benefit Districts
None
Other Notices and Regulations
Accessory Dwelling Units
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May be eligible for adding new accessory dwelling unit(s).
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Limitations on Change of Use
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Conversion of building space where the prior use was a Production, Distribution, and Repair (PDR) use of at least 5,000 square feet, an Institutional Community use of at least 2,500 square feet, or an Arts Activities use is subject to the provisions of Section 202.8 of the Planning Code, including but not limited to the requirement for Conditional Use authorization.
Zoning on 7/1/2016: MUO.
Added: 8/24/2022
PC Section 261.1(b)1
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Height Limits for Narrow Streets and Alleys in RTO and NCT Districts
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Planning Code Section 155(r) - Curb Cut Restrictions
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Curb Cut Restrictions (Sec. 155(r))
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Stormwater Management Ordinance
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Projects that disturb 5,000 square feet or more of the ground surface must comply with the Stormwater Design Guidelines and submit a Stormwater Control Plan to the SFPUC for review. To view the Guidelines and download instructions for preparing a Stormwater Control Plan, go to http://stormwater.sfwater.org/ . Applicants may contact stormwaterreview@sfwater.org for assistance.
Added: 8/6/2010
Subject to Proposition X
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Subject to Proposition X, see Planning Code Sec. 202.8.
Added: 8/27/2023
Design Guidelines
Area Specific Design Guidelines
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These guidelines are intended to clarify the process and respective roles that developers, architects and artists will play, emphasizing the many avenues by which the one percent art expenditure can be creatively made. These guidelines apply to projects over 25,000 square feet.
Implementing the San Francisco Planning Code, Section 149, Requirements for Art Works in the Downtown Area
The Urban Design Guidelines are an implementation document for Urban Design Policy in the General Plan. Sites in National Register, California Register, Article 10 and Article 11 Historic Districts are exempt. They apply in Residential districts only for projects with non-residential uses or residential projects with twenty-five units or more or with a frontage longer than 150’.
Citywide Design Guidelines
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This design guide should provide guidance on how to maintain the historical character of a building when conducting seismic retrofit.
General information only. Use of this information for specific applications should be determined in each instance by the user and only upon the professional advice of competent experts.
These guidelines should be applied to new construction and alterations that require treatment options fo meet the Bird-Safe Building Standards.
The guide describes the Green Landscaping Ordinance and helps san Francisco residents and property owners understand the benefits, requirements, and ways to comply with the ordinance.
Planning Code; Public Works Code
These guidelines explain the criteria in which new garages and curb cuts are reviewed when installing to an existing or an historic building.
The Ground Floor Residential Design Guidelines (Draft) promote buildings that enhance the pedestrian experience and the livability of dwelling by encouraging the ground floor to contribute to active, safe, and comfortable streets.
Draft Document
These standards promote a transparent storefront that welcomes customers inside with producets and services on display, discourage crime with more "eyes on the street," reduced energy consumption with use of natural light, and enhances the curb appeal and value of the tsore and the entire neighborhood.
Planning Code Requirements for Commercial Buildings
The Better Streets Plan contains guidelines that focus on pedestrian comfort, safety, and the usability of streets as public spaces. They contain pedestrian-oriented guidelines for curb lines, crosswalks, and other street design features to enable generous, usable public spaces.
The purpose of this document is to evaluate the appropriateness of each individual formula retail establishment's use, design, and necessity to help preserve the character of the City's neighborhoods.
Aligns with Planning Code Sections 303.1, 703.3, 803.6(c), Article 6, Article 11
With such a variety of different window shapes, muntin profiles, methods of operation and configurations, windows can alter the appearance of a building or overall neighborhood character. These standards are meant to inform the applicant on these details and provide design standards that allow new or replacement windows to be approved.
Zoning Letters of Determination
9405ZAD Zoning Administrator Determination Letter (ZAD) 650 - 2nd Street (3788/072); Letter of Determination to gain roof top access with a new stair and roof top deck from Unit 604.
Opened: 2/15/2011 Status: Closed - Issued 3/30/2011
Contact: Richard Sucre richard.sucre@sfgov.org Tel: 628-652-7364
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5239ZAD Zoning Administrator Determination Letter (ZAD) 650 Second Street #601 - Letter of Determination - new Powder Room enclosed within existing walls
Opened: 4/19/2006 Status: Closed - Issued 7/17/2006
Contact: Planning counter pic@sfgov.org Tel: 628.652.7300
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3766ZAD Zoning Administrator Determination Letter (ZAD) 650 Second Street - Letter of Determination - minor construction of penthouse vestibule (Not Necessary)
Opened: 10/27/2004 Status: Closed 5/9/2016
Contact: Mat Snyder mathew.snyder@sfgov.org Tel: 628-652-7460
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Official Zoning Maps