835 46th Avenue, San Francisco
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Quick answers
- Does 835 46th Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- San Francisco Department of Building Inspection lists 26 permits, 13 not closed, and 12 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 835 46th Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated earthquake risk.
Permits and code violations
13 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Otc alterations permit Oct 2024Cancelled
Remodel kitchen and bathroom like for like
- Otc alterations permit Feb 2017Issued
Street space
- Otc alterations permit Aug 2016Complete
Replace deck in kind built under pa 8612913 provide new storage room below (e) 2nd floor
- Otc alterations permit Mar 2016Complete
Construction rear deck w/stairs at rear of existing bldg per plan. to add two bedrooms, one family room, two full bathrooms & laundry on existing ground floor per plan. to add full bathroom & remodel exist kitchen & bathroom on 2nd floor per plan.
- Otc alterations permit Jan 2013Complete
Reroofing
- Otc alterations permit Nov 2012Complete
Interior remodeling on grd fl-enlarge family rm, remodel bathroom & new connecting stairs to 2nd floor. repair rear deck not to exceed 50%. new footing & beams. legalize (e) bedroom on ground floor
- Otc alterations permit Oct 2012Complete
To comply with nov# 200731841 scope of work: remove stairs & walkway built on property line to clear abatement.
- Otc alterations permit Jul 2012Issued
Remove stucco at staris 2 feet high by 15 feet long on left & right side of stairs to repair leak. repair wood if necessary. replace stucco & flash stairs to prevent leaking. replace in kind less than 50%
- Otc alterations permit Mar 2007Complete
Remodel e kitchen/stove/sink. will use ex plumging drains, stove vent, add 8 can lights and upgrade elec to meet sf ubc codes. remove small, 6' of non bearing wall, and fill in ex door way. both shown on plan
- Otc alterations permit Oct 2005Expired
Remove 12 brick stairs in front of house. install new plywood ramp, waterproofing, concrete stairs,same as existing stairs. per termite report 12517
- Additions alterations or repairs Aug 2000Complete
Remove (e)stairs on rear of the house,build new stairs accdg to plans
- Otc alterations permit Dec 1999Expired
Reroofing
San Francisco Department of Building Inspection
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: earthquake. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Nearest active fault
6.0 mi
Serra fault zone, slip rate unspecified. Ask about seismic retrofit and earthquake insurance.
USGS Quaternary Fault Database
Quakes M4.5+ since 1970
1 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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
3,400 ft
Lafayette Elementary (3,400 ft), Washington (George) High (4,950 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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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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- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
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