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51 John St, San Francisco, CA

What are the local zoning regulations for 51 John St ?

RH-3 (RESIDENTIAL- HOUSE, THREE FAMILY)

These Districts have many similarities to RH-2 Districts, but structures with three units are common in addition to one-family and two-family houses.

These districts share similarities with Two-Family Districts but distinguish themselves by featuring structures with three units in addition to one-family and two-family houses. Building styles exhibit variety while maintaining a complementary aesthetic. Outdoor spaces are provided at ground level, as well as on decks and balconies for individual units. Compared to Two-Family Districts, these areas tend to have a higher prevalence of nonresidential uses.

Permitted Residential uses: ADU, single room occupancy, student housing, senior housing, and residen, dwelling units

Permitted Non-Residential uses: Agriculture, neighborhood or passive outdoor recreation, childcare facility, public facilities, and residential care facility.

What is the maximum height for 51 John St ?

65-A

Height of a dwelling cannot exceed a 65 feet.

How to measure building 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 51 John 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 51 John St located in?

Nob Hill, San Francisco

Occasionally referred to as “Snob Hill,” this neighborhood’s affluent reputation dates back to the Gold Rush when railroad barons (known as “nobs”) and other benefactors of the rush built their mansions on the hill, which was newly accessible by cable car lines. Their place on the hill kept them out of the fray of the rowdy waterfront and less well-off Tenderloin neighborhood.

But the 1906 earthquake and ensuing fire destroyed almost all of these opulent homes. Today the rebuilt and majestic Grace Cathedral, the beautiful Huntington Park, and luxury hotels stand in their place, bringing in daily swarms of tourists. This area now has much more diverse housing that belies its nickname, with a mix of new and old architecture, practical and swanky apartment buildings of all sizes, high-end condos, and impressive Victorians.

Polk Street features both fancy and divey restaurants, shops, and cafes side by side, as well as an assortment of popular bars with signature cocktails.