231 Brookdale Avenue, San Francisco
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Quick answers
- Does 231 Brookdale Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- San Francisco Department of Building Inspection lists 11 permits, 4 not closed, and 4 violations, 1 open.
- 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 231 Brookdale Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall.
Permits and code violations
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Otc alterations permit Apr 2024Complete
Re-roofing
- Otc alterations permit Nov 2023Complete
To comply with city planning complaint #2021-012457enf & ces nov#202185056. demo unpermitted addition on roof & restore building back to last permitted condition. reroof under separate permit.
- Otc alterations permit Jan 2011Complete
Replace garage door, no structural changes, sectional roll up door opener
- Otc alterations permit Nov 2009Issued
Administrative permit to clear up records and verify that original construction to show 2 floors of occupancy, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms - 5 rooms. single family dwelling.
- Otc alterations permit Oct 2009Complete
To comply with nov 200921465. ground floor remodel to existing bedroom, add closet. bathroom and kitchen remodel on 2nd fl. replace 2 windows ( rear windows) on 2nd floor, replace (e) garage door.
- Otc alterations permit Jun 2007Expired
Replace damaged stair.
- Otc alterations permit May 2007Complete
Reroofing
- Otc alterations permit Apr 2007Complete
To correct compaint comply w/nov#200465351. to remove illegal ground floor & to remove rear deck without permit.
- Otc alterations permit Dec 1991Expired
Reroofing
- Additions alterations or repairs Mar 1986Complete
Horizontal ext., extend kitchen & living room
- Additions alterations or repairs May 1984Cancelled
Solar installation for dhw rack support for collectors.
San Francisco Department of Building Inspection
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
No single natural hazard ranks high for this area.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
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
1,150 ft
McLaren (John) Children Centers (1,150 ft), Bayshore (3,100 ft), Guadalupe Elementary (3,250 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.8 mi
San Francisco International (SFO). Aircraft may be audible under approach paths.
FAA large-hub airports
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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