252 Chicago Way, San Francisco
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Quick answers
- Does 252 Chicago Way have open permits or code violations?
- San Francisco Department of Building Inspection lists 15 permits, 2 not closed, and 2 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 252 Chicago Way at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated earthquake risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Otc alterations permit Nov 2025Complete
Construct 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, family room, & install wetbar at g/f.
- Otc alterations permit Apr 2010Complete
Replace 100 sq.ft. of stucco & 1x8 sheating. replace dry-rot garage door. replace 6' of concrete foundation & add 2-holddowns, add solid blk'g & mtl. ties to (e) bm. & post. all work in 1st. story street side. no change to bldg. footprint, use or openings.
- Otc alterations permit Jun 2008Complete
Additional office, storage & entertainment room in ground floor
- Otc alterations permit Sep 2007Issued
Sidewalk
- Otc alterations permit Aug 2000Complete
Rear wood stairs replaced. in kind replacement.
- Otc alterations permit May 1998Complete
Replace 4 windows in kind
- Otc alterations permit Sep 1997Expired
Reroofing
- Otc alterations permit Oct 1996Complete
Reroofing
- Otc alterations permit Apr 1996Complete
Reroofing
- Additions alterations or repairs Jul 1991Complete
Change terrazo steps to free standing concrete on iron post
- Otc alterations permit May 1991Complete
Dry rot and termite repair
- Otc alterations permit Mar 1990Complete
Replace five posts to provide adequate footings and column
San Francisco Department of Building Inspection
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: earthquake. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Nearest active fault
4.1 mi
San Andreas fault zone, slip rate greater than 5.0 mm/yr. Ask about seismic retrofit and earthquake insurance.
USGS Quaternary Fault Database
Quakes M4.5+ since 1970
2 within 30 mi
Every recorded earthquake of magnitude 4.5 or stronger within 30 miles.
USGS earthquake catalog
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
600 ft
Guadalupe Elementary (600 ft), Panorama Elementary (2,150 ft), McLaren (John) Children Centers (2,800 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.0 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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