Zoning Variance Hearing

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Notice is hereby given to the general public that applications involving the properties and/or issues described below have been filed with the Planning Department for review as set forth in the City Planning Code. The Zoning Administrator intends to hold a PUBLIC HEARING on these items and on other matters on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, beginning at 9:30 a.m. or later. Please be advised that due to the COVID-19 emergency, the Zoning Administrator may conduct this hearing remotely using videoconferencing technology or in-person at City Hall. Additional information may be found on the Department’s website.

2020-011280VAR (LAURA AJELLO) 1611 BRODERICK STREET, Lot 003 in Assessor's Block 1053, in a RH-3 Zoning District, and 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD AND FRONT SETBACK: The proposal is to raise a noncomplying portion at the rear or building, construct a garage in the front setback, and add a 2nd dwelling unit. PLANNING CODE SECTION 132 requires the subject property to maintain a front setback of 11 feet 6 inches. The proposal will raise the height of the existing building within the required front setback. Therefore, a variance is required. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires the subject property to maintain a rear yard of 57 feet 10 inches. A portion of the building already exists in the required rear yard, and the project would reconstruct this area with the same 27-foot 9-inch setback. Therefore, a variance is required.

2022-002861VAR (BRANDEN GUNN) 1400 EUCALYPTUS DRIVE, Lot 013 in Block 7267, RH-1 Zoning District and 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The proposal is to legalize an existing shed structure constructed in the rear yard that is 9 feet 2 inches tall and approximately 100 square feet. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires the subject lot to maintain a rear yard of 30 feet. The proposed shed is located within the required rear yard and does not meet the requirements of Planning Code 136(c)(23) for rear yard sheds. Therefore, a variance is required.

2022-003149VAR (DAKOTA SPYCHER) 2658 22ND STREET, Lot 017 in Assessor's Block 4143 located within the RM-1 Zoning District and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The project proposes to legalize the demolition and reconstruction of a legally existing second floor deck and stairs at the rear of the subject property within the same envelope and location. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires the subject property to maintain a rear yard depth of approximately 43 feet. The proposed deck and stairs would fall within the required rear yard. Therefore, a variance is required.

2022-003907VAR (DAKOTA SPYCHER) 2112 18TH STREET, Lot 001D in Assessor's Block 4010 located within the RH-2 Zoning District and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The project proposes to reconstruct an existing second story deck and add a spiral staircase and roof deck within the rear yard. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires the subject property to maintain a rear yard of approximately 40 feet 9 inches. The proposed deck and stairs will encroach into the rear yard by approximately 7 feet, resulting in a rear yard of 25 feet 8 inches Therefore, a variance is required.

2022-004379VAR (KURT BOTN) 4104 CALIFORNIA STREET, Lot 021 in Assessor's Block 1363 located in the RH-3 Zoning District and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The proposal is to legalize a dwelling unit and a 3-story deck and spiral stair, and to construct a new fire wall on the western portion of the rear yard. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires the subject property to maintain a rear yard equal to the average depth of the two adjacent buildings, but no less than 25% of the lot depth. The proposed work falls within the required rear yard. Therefore, a variance is required.

2022-005132VAR (MONICA GIACOMUCCI) 364 CRESCENT AVENUE, Lot 001 in Assessor’s Block 5808 in an RH-2 Zoning District, Bernal Heights SUD, and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The proposal is to construct a dormer at the third story of an existing single-family building. PLANNING CODE SECTION 242€(2)(A) requires the subject property to maintain a rear yard depth of at least 33 feet 9 inches. The proposed dormer is located within the required rear yard area. Therefore, a variance is required.

2021-002939VAR (GABRIELA PANTOJA) 324 COLLINGWOOD STREET, Lot 003 in Assessor's Block 2751, in a RH-2 Zoning District, and 40-X Height and Bulk District: FRONT SETBACK: The proposal is to in-fill under an existing deck on columns at the front of an existing two-story over basement, single-family building. PLANNING CODE SECTION 132 requires the subject lot to maintain a front setback equal to the average front setback of the adjacent properties, up to a maximum of 15 feet. The required front setback for the subject property is 15 feet. The proposed infill will encroach approximately 8 feet 9 inches into the front setback. Therefore, a variance is required.

It is strongly recommended that persons submit their comments in writing in advance of the hearing. Written comments may be submitted via email directly to the case planner.

To view the official Variance Hearing Agenda which includes the link to the site plans and elevations of the proposed projects, please visit the website: https://sfplanning.org/hearings-zoning-variance. Persons who are unable to attend the scheduled Commission hearing may submit written comments regarding these cases to the individuals listed for each above via email or at the Planning Department, 49 South Van Ness Avenue, Suite 1400, San Francisco, CA 94103.

Corey A. Teague
Zoning Administrator
Planning Department
49 South Van Ness Avenue, Suite 1400
San Francisco, CA 94103

11/17/2022