Development Opportunity for
154 Morris St, San Francisco, CA

What are the local zoning regulations for 154 Morris St ?

MUG (MIXED USE-GENERAL)

The Mixed Use-General (MUG) District is largely comprised of the low-scale, production, distribution, and repair (PDR) uses mixed with housing and small-scale retail. The MUG is designed to maintain and facilitate the growth and expansion of small-scale light manufacturing, wholesale distribution, arts production and performance/exhibition activities, general commercial and neighborhood-serving retail and personal service activities while protecting existing housing and encouraging the development of housing at a scale and density compatible with the existing neighborhood. Housing is encouraged over ground floor commercial and PDR uses. New residential or mixed use developments are encouraged to provide as much mixed-income family housing as possible. Existing group housing and dwelling units would be protected from demolition or conversion to nonresidential use by requiring conditional use review.

The primary purpose of the Mixed Use-General District is to create a balanced and dynamic community. This district mainly features low-scale production, distribution, and repair activities, combined with housing and small-scale retail. The design aims to support and encourage the continued development of small-scale light manufacturing, wholesale distribution, arts production, performance/exhibition activities, as well as general commercial and neighborhood-serving retail and personal service activities. Importantly, the district prioritizes the protection of existing housing and promotes the development of new housing that aligns with the scale and density of the existing neighborhood, ensuring a harmonious blend of residential and commercial elements.

Permitted Residential Uses: ADU, dwelling units, group housing, homeless shelter.

Permitted Non-Residential Uses: Intermediate length occupancy, single room occupancy, student housing, formula retail, open air sales, outdoor activity area, walk-up facility, agricultural uses, automotive uses, automobile sale or rental, entertainment, arts and recreation uses, movie theater, light manufacturing, institutional uses, retail sales and service uses, non-retail sales and service, and public transportation facility.

What is the maximum height for 154 Morris St ?

55-X

Height of a dwelling cannot exceed 55 feet.

In order to encourage generous ground floor ceiling heights for commercial and other active uses, encourage additional light and air into ground floor spaces, allow for walk-up ground floor residential uses to be raised slightly from sidewalk level for privacy and usability of front stoops, and create better building frontage on the public street, up to an additional 5' of height is allowed along major streets.

How to measure height in San Francisco?

A point shall be taken at the centerline of the building or, where the building steps laterally in relation to a street that is the basis for height measurement, separate points shall be taken at the centerline of each building step. The upper point to which such measurement shall be taken shall be the highest point on the finished roof in the case of a flat roof, and the average height of the rise in the case of a pitched or stepped roof.

What are the ADU regulations for 154 Morris St ?

ADU eligible

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), also called secondary units, in-law units, or cottages, are units added to existing and new residential buildings. Adding an ADU to your property can provide several benefits, such as providing housing for family members, simplifying your lifestyle, and increased financial flexibility.Learn more about building ADU in this article

What neighborhood is 154 Morris St located in?

South of Market, San Francisco

“SoMa” refers most specifically to the section closest to the Mission, with the most restaurants and nightlife; “Yerba Buena” is in the middle, and is known for its density of museums and shopping; and "South Beach" is on the side next to the Bay (although there’s no beach to speak of) and is full of high-rises and not too much else. South Beach is quickly becoming its own neighborhood, but for now it falls under the general SoMa umbrella.

This area was once zoned primarily for commercial use and that history is still present in the lofts and apartments fashioned from converted warehouses and office space. On smaller side streets you’ll occasionally find a Victorian or a modern condominium. Brick walk-ups are common, as are high-rises; these tend to be more common the further west you go.