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394 Capistrano Ave, San Francisco, CA

What are the local zoning regulations for 394 Capistrano Ave ?

RH-1 (RESIDENTIAL- HOUSE, ONE FAMILY)

These Districts are occupied almost entirely by single-family houses on lots 25 feet in width, without side yards. Floor sizes and building styles vary but tend to be uniform within tracts developed in distinct time periods. Though built on separate lots, the structures have the appearance of small-scale row housing, rarely exceeding 35 feet in height. Front setbacks are common, and ground level open space is generous. In most cases the single-family character of these Districts has been maintained for a considerable time.

These districts predominantly consist of single-family houses on narrow 25-foot-wide lots, lacking side yards. Despite varying floor sizes and architectural styles, uniformity prevails within tracts developed during specific time periods, creating a small-scale row housing aesthetic with structures rarely surpassing 35 feet in height. Common features include front setbacks, providing a sense of spacing, and ample ground-level open space, fostering a visually appealing environment. Remarkably, the enduring preservation of a single-family character characterizes these districts, attesting to their long-term residential stability.

Permitted Residential Use: ADU and JADU, intermediate length occupancy use, single room occupancy, student housing, senior housing, and dwelling units.

Permitted Non-Residential Use: Agriculture, neighborhood, passive outdoor recreation, child care facility, public facilities, and residential care facility.

What is the maximum height for 394 Capistrano Ave ?

40-X

No portion of a dwelling can exceed a height of 40 feet, except that the permitted height has to be reduced to 35 feet where the average ground elevation at the rear line of the lot is lower by 20 or more feet than at the front line. The height is measured by taking a point at the centerline of the building or, where the building steps in relation to a street that is the basis for height measurement. Separate points need to be taken at the centerline of each building step. The upper point is 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 394 Capistrano Ave ?

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 394 Capistrano Ave located in?

Mission Terrace, San Francisco

Mission Terrace is one of the southernmost neighborhoods in San Francisco, with its eastern border lining up along the expansive Excelsior district and to its south, the Outer Mission.

Mission Terrace was one of San Francisco’s early planned residential neighborhoods. Some believe it was the first development of affordable housing for working class people. The advertisement at left is from Baldwin & Howell’s real estate brochure circa 1911. It declares that Mission Terrace will feature “the most beautiful avenue in San Francisco devoted to inexpensive homes.”

Its natural topography makes it one of the sunniest areas in San Francisco. And while it is at the furthest stretch of land in the city, its location allows residents to travel to every corner of the city with ease, thanks to the Balboa Park Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) station in its southwestern corner, the Glen Park BART station just to the north, and its entire western border lined by I-280

Balboa Park itself is a sprawling outdoor green space tucked into its western border. This large park includes an indoor pool, four baseball fields, a soccer stadium, tennis courts, a picnic area, and boasts a sand playground with climbing structures.