Hearing

Zoning Variance Hearing

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Time
9:30am
Location
City Hall, Room 408 - 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place
Neighborhood

Remote Public Comment (see Instructions under Related Resources)

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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 will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on these items and on other matters on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, beginning at 9:30 a.m. in City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 408.

2022-009794VAR (LAURA AJELLO) 1153 GUERRERO STREET, Lot 021 in Assessor's Block 3645, in a RH-3 Zoning District, and 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The proposal is to replace the rear porch and enclosed stair within the existing footprint. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires the subject property to maintain a rear yard of 32 feet (45% of lot depth). The existing building has full lot coverage, and the project would reconstruct the rear porch within the same footprint, which is located within the required rear yard. Therefore, a variance is required.

2022-011046VAR (MAGGIE LAUSH) 801 CRESCENT AVENUE, Lot 016 in Assessor’s Block 5739 in a RH-1 Zoning District, a 40-X Height and Bulk District, and the Bernal Heights Special Use District: REAR YARD: The proposal is to demolish the existing noncomplying 1-story detached garage, excavate, and rebuild an expanded 2-story accessory structure in place, with roof deck and new exterior stairs. PLANNING CODE SECTION 242 requires the subject property to maintain a rear yard of 24 feet 6 inches. The proposed accessory structure would encroach to the rear property line. Therefore, a variance is required.

2022-010706VAR (JORDAN HALLMAN) 1800 PACHECO STREET, Lot 019, in Assessor’s Block 2112 in the RH-1 zoning district and the 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The project proposes to legalize a dwelling unit on the ground floor and construct a spiral, fire-rated staircase in the rear yard to provide access to open space for the primary unit on the 2nd floor. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires the subject property to maintain a rear yard of 30 percent of the lot, or approximately 21 feet. The subject property has an existing noncomplying rear yard, reducing the rear yard to 17 feet 9 inches. The proposed stair will encroach approximately 6 feet further into the required rear yard. Therefore, a variance is required.

2023-003134VAR (JORDAN HALLMAN) 1201 43RD AVENUE, Lot 001, in Assessor’s Block 1707 in a RH-2 Zoning District, in a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The project proposes to legalize a dwelling unit on the ground floor and the construction of a 75 square foot rear bathroom addition. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires the subject property to maintain a 45 percent rear yard, or approximately 26 feet. The existing noncomplying yard is approximately 15 feet. The proposal will encroach approximately 7 feet into the rear yard, leaving a rear yard of 8 feet. Therefore, the project requires a variance.

2021-002010VAR (VINCENT PAGE) 1439-1441 OAK STREET, Lot 036 in Assessor's Block 1221, in an RH-3 (Residential, House - Three-Family) Zoning District and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The Project proposes a horizontal addition and dormer windows in a two-story over basement, four-unit residential building to allow the development pursuant to Planning Code Section 134(c)(4) of an ADU at the attic level. The building's legally existing fourth dwelling unit, which was removed by means of residential merger, would be reinstated in its original location on the building's 2nd level. The Project includes a second ADU at the basement level, and the development of a deck within the required rear yard to provide private open space for the attic level ADU. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires that properties in the RH-3 Zoning Districts maintain a rear yard equivalent to 45 percent of the total lot depth at grade level and at each succeeding story of the building, unless reduced to the average of qualifying adjacent rear building walls. The subject property, with a lot depth of 110 feet from Oak Street, has a minimum required rear yard of 49 feet and 6 inches but benefits pursuant to Subsection 134(e) from a reduced rear yard of 34 feet. The proposed deck would extend by approximately 18 feet into the required rear yard. Therefore, a Rear Yard Variance is required.

2022-001787VAR (VINCENT PAGE) 474 ARKANSAS STREET, Lot 012 in Assessor's Block 4069, in an RH-2 (Residential, House - Two-Family) Zoning District and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The Project proposes an alteration and vertical addition to a one-story over basement, one-unit residential building. The existing gabled roof and attic would be developed into a full second story, with no change to the building's maximum height. PLANNING CODE SECTION 134 requires that properties in the RH-2 Zoning Districts maintain a rear yard equivalent to 45 percent of the total lot depth at grade and at each succeeding story of the building, but in no case less than 25% of the total lot depth or 15 feet, whichever is greater. The subject property, with a lot depth of only 25 feet from Arkansas Street, has a minimum required rear yard of 15 feet, and the existing building is sited along the rear property line. The proposed addition would be located in the rear yard. Therefore, a Rear Yard Variance is required.

2018-012920VAR (MICHELLE LANGLIE) 270 6TH STREET, Lot 010 in Assessor's Block 3731 in the P (Public) Zoning District and an OS Height and Bulk District: SHOWER FACILITIES AND LOCKERS: The proposal is to construct a new public recreation center. PLANNING CODE SECTION 155.4 requires the installation of showers and lockers for employees. The proposal includes no employee showers or lockers. Therefore, a variance is required.

2023-000081VAR (JIA HONG SITU) 464 HILL STREET, Lot 064 in Assessor's Block 3621, in a RH-1 Zoning District, the Central Neighborhoods Large Residence SUD, and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The proposal is to increase the roof height and modify the flat roof of an existing non-conforming rear portion of the building. PLANNING CODE SECTION 241 requires the subject property to maintain a rear yard depth equal to 45 percent of the lot depth. The required rear yard for the subject property is 51 feet 4 inches. The existing building encroaches at a maximum 16 feet 9 inches into the required rear yard. The proposed rear alteration remains within the existing building footprint but expands vertically within the required rear yard. Therefore, the project requires a variance.

2022-007440VAR (ELIZABETH GORDON-JONCKHEER) 9 EAGLE STREET, Lot 001A in Assessor's Block 2713, in a RH-2 Zoning District, and 40-X Height and Bulk District and the Central Neighborhoods Large Residence SUD: FRONT SETBACK: The proposal is to replace the front stairs and add a firewall encroaching 3 feet into the front setback and over the property line by 7 feet 1 inch (project also requires an encroachment permit). PLANNING CODE SECTION 132 requires the subject property to maintain a front setback at the property line. Therefore, a variance is required.

2023-001819VAR (EDGAR OROPEZA) 109 PORTER STREET, Lot 022 in Assessor's Block 5826 in a RH-2 Zoning District, The Bernal Heights SUD, and a 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The proposal is to construct a rear deck at the 2nd story of the existing 2-story single-family building. PLANNING CODE SECTION 242 requires the subject property to maintain a rear yard of approximately 31 feet 6 inches measured from the rear property line. The existing house already encroaches roughly 8 feet into the required rear yard. The proposed deck will encroach approximately 5 feet 9 inches further into the required rear yard and result in a rear yard of 18 feet 9-inches. Therefore, the project requires a variance.

2023-001845VAR (GABRIELA PANTOJA) 151 NEVADA STREET, Lot 025 in Assessor's Block 5655, in a RH-1 Zoning District, Bernal Heights SUD, and 40-X Height and Bulk District: REAR YARD: The proposal is for an in-fill under an existing second story cantilevered deck, and for the construction of a deck and exterior stairs at the rear of the subject building. The stairs will provide a connection between the second and first floor decks, and from the first floor to the rear yard. PLANNING CODE SECTION 242(e)(2)(A) requires a rear yard equal to 54 feet 6 inches. The proposed in-fill, deck, and stairs will project into the required rear yard. 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.

Please visit the Variance Hearing Calendar to view the related agenda which includes the link to the site plans and elevations of the proposed projects. Persons who are unable to attend the scheduled hearing may submit written comments regarding these cases to the individuals listed for each case above via email or at the Planning Department, 49 South Van Ness Avenue, Suite 1400, San Francisco, CA 94103.

08/02/2023