52 Lawrence Avenue, San Francisco
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Quick answers
- Does 52 Lawrence Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- San Francisco Department of Building Inspection lists 23 permits, 7 not closed, and 7 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 52 Lawrence Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall.
Permits and code violations
7 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Otc alterations permit Jan 2026Complete
In-kind remodeling of 1 kitchen(s) in 1st fl alteration of service equipment.
- Otc alterations permit May 2024Complete
Re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
- Otc alterations permit Jul 2022Issued
Rev to pa202110130417: convert partial kitchen area into office. reconfigure kitchen & bar layout as per plan.
- Otc alterations permit Oct 2021Issued
To comply with nov#202173806. 1st fl: legalized two bedrooms, media room & bath as per plan. 2nd fl: remodel (e) kitchen & bath, replace dry wall & installation throughtout the bldg. replace fire damaged joists/walls if needed.
- Otc alterations permit Aug 2021Complete
In-kind remodeling of 1 bathroom(s) in 1st fl with 0 shower pan(s).
- Otc alterations permit Apr 2021Complete
Remove old siding and moisture barrier paper. install new tyvek paper and new siding. 330sf qt. visible from street.
- Otc alterations permit Sep 2016Complete
Replace 14 windows with wood windos aluminum clad (6 visible from the street. existing wood (13) aluminum (1). no size change/ufact <.32 (2) office (4) kitchen (2) bedroom (3) loft.
- Otc alterations permit Aug 2010Complete
Reroofing
- Otc alterations permit Oct 2006Expired
Install 6 vinyl windows in kind into (e) frames.
- Otc alterations permit Sep 2006Complete
Replace kitchen cabinet in kind. install accessible turn-off value for stove, sink drain/vent relocation. appliance installation. outlets switches & light installed. 50% of lighting wattage to be fluorescent.
- Otc alterations permit Aug 2006Issued
Reroofing
- Otc alterations permit Jan 2005Complete
To remove section of non bearing parition wall next to laundry area on ground floor
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
Leaking fuel tanks
10 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Shell Station #4003, 5897 Mission Street (500 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
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
1,200 ft
Longfellow Elementary (1,200 ft), George Washington Elementary (1,800 ft), Sheridan Elementary (2,850 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.5 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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- 19.6%
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- 38%
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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
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- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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