863 46th Avenue, San Francisco
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Quick answers
- Does 863 46th Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- San Francisco Department of Building Inspection lists 32 permits, 13 not closed, and 31 violations, 3 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 863 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. 3 open violations.
- Otc alterations permit Aug 2025Issued
Reinstall handrails to comply with nov 202541484.
- Otc alterations permit Mar 2017Complete
Very minor wooden step repair. back stairs less than 50%. to comply with nov# 201635932. item number 2, 3, 4
- Otc alterations permit Mar 2017Complete
Very minor wooden step repair. back stairs less than 50%. to comply with nov# 201635932. item number 2, 3, 4
- Otc alterations permit Aug 2016Complete
Structural revision adding additional support and replace rotten beam
- Otc alterations permit Aug 2016Issued
Street space
- Otc alterations permit Jun 2016Complete
2nd floor reconfiguratiion kitchen move & remodel add bath. add in-set lighting replace back windows.
- Additions alterations or repairs May 2015Withdrawn
Interior remodel & vertical addition to 1-unit, 1-story, single family home. work will add an additional unit making it a double family home. 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms in the 2nd units.
- Otc alterations permit Aug 2013Complete
Reroofing
- Otc alterations permit Sep 2012Complete
Recommencement and completion of work approved under 200707197266
- Otc alterations permit Oct 2008Withdrawn
Repair deck w/composite wood -less than 50% decking replacement.
- Otc alterations permit Sep 2008Issued
Nov 200679691-his. to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa 200707197266. all work has been completed.
- Otc alterations permit Jul 2007Expired
This is to correct nov # 200679691. remove deck in the rear of bldg. remove stove, sink and bath on the ground floor.remove sleeping rooms under rear deck
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
3,450 ft
Lafayette Elementary (3,450 ft), Washington (George) High (5,000 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.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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