Development Opportunity for
647 Powell St, San Francisco, CA

What are the local zoning regulations for 647 Powell St ?

RM-4 (RESIDENTIAL- MIXED, HIGH DENSITY)

San Francisco municipal code permits up to three units per lot or 1 Unit/200 square feet of lot area.

These Districts are devoted almost exclusively to apartment buildings of high density, usually with smaller units, close to downtown. Despite the intensity of development, distinct building styles and moderation of fa ç ades are still to be sought in new development, as are open areas for the residents. Group housing is especially common in these districts, as well as supporting nonresidential uses.

Permitted Residential Uses: ADU, intermediate length occupancy use, single room occupancy, dwelling units, student housing, senior housing, residential density, group housing and homeless shelter.

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

What is the maximum height for 647 Powell 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 647 Powell 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 647 Powell St located in?

Downtown, San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco is a loosely defined area that includes the Financial District and parts of Union Square, the Tenderloin, Chinatown, and South of Market (SoMa). This area has quite a few fun things to do and see which makes it a must visit location while you are on your vacation here.

Top picks include museums, concerts, and theater performances. You will also find some of the best hotels, restaurants, and fun nightlife options.

It's centrally located, which makes it easy to get to all of SF's top attractions and other neighborhoods around the city.