1606 47th Avenue, San Francisco
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Quick answers
- Does 1606 47th Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- San Francisco Department of Building Inspection lists 15 permits, 9 not closed, and 0 violations.
- What is the 2026 conforming loan limit in San Francisco County?
- $1,249,125 for a single-unit home, per FHFA. Larger loans are jumbo loans.
- Is radon a problem here?
- EPA radon zone 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 1606 47th Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated earthquake risk.
Permits and code violations
9 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner.
- Otc alterations permit Jun 2026Issued
In-kind remodeling of 1 kitchen(s) in 2nd fl and in-kind remodeling of 1 bathroom(s) in 2nd fl with 0 shower pan(s).
- Otc alterations permit Feb 2022Complete
In-kind remodeling of 1 bathroom(s) in 2nd fl with 0 shower pan(s).
- Otc alterations permit Mar 2016Complete
Remodel kitchen in-kind.
- Otc alterations permit Oct 2015Issued
Replace 4 windows on the house. 2 windows are in the front and 2 are in the back. the 2 windows in the front will be in kind in terms of design, but will be changing from aluminum to wood clad. the 2 windows in the rear will be in kind, but will be changing from aluminum to vinyl.
- Otc alterations permit Oct 2006Issued
Reside rear wall of building alcoa vinyl siding (over existing wood siding).
- Otc alterations permit Oct 2004Issued
Sidewalk
- Otc alterations permit Mar 2002Expired
Reroofing
- Otc alterations permit Mar 2000Expired
Reroofing
- Additions alterations or repairs Nov 1996Expired
Remodel ground floor
- Otc alterations permit Aug 1996Expired
Rear wall & returns-install vinyl siding icbo #3985
- Otc alterations permit Apr 1993Expired
Reroofing
- Otc alterations permit Mar 1990Complete
Install vinyl siding on rear and side of building
San Francisco Department of Building Inspection
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: earthquake. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 76 Gas Station, 3601 Lawton Street (1,400 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Radon potential
Moderate
Average indoor levels of 2 to 4 pCi/L. EPA still suggests testing ground-floor and basement units.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
1,250 ft
Noriega Children Center (1,250 ft), Key (Francis Scott) Elementary (1,350 ft), Sunset Elementary (2,900 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Conforming loan limit 2026
$1,249,125
San Francisco County. Mortgages up to this amount qualify for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac pricing. Above it, the loan is a jumbo with stricter terms.
FHFA Conforming Loan Limit Values, one-unit
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