980 Rolph Street, San Francisco
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Quick answers
- Does 980 Rolph Street have open permits or code violations?
- San Francisco Department of Building Inspection lists 19 permits, 12 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 980 Rolph Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated earthquake risk.
Permits and code violations
12 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Otc alterations permit Sep 2019Cancelled
Replacement of kitchen cabinet.
- Otc alterations permit Sep 2018Complete
Replace 7 aluminum windows with wood composite renewal by anderson, 2 street facing windows, 1 will be double hung instead of sliding. min 20' width x 24' height. min 5.7 sq ft one opening. no structural work
- Otc alterations permit Jul 2018Complete
Reroofing
- Otc alterations permit Jul 2018Complete
Repair 2' x 2' area of horizontal siding at front due to dry rot - patch to match existing. no other work.
- Additions alterations or repairs Mar 2012Complete
Proposed to legalize the rear horizontal one story addition to (e) 2 story building as shown on proposed plans with new deck.
- Otc alterations permit Nov 2009Issued
Reroofing.
- Otc alterations permit Aug 2009Complete
Remove and replace kitchen cabinets on the 2nd floor to include repair of wall lighting electrical counters replace tub for 1 bathroom
- Otc alterations permit Oct 2006Complete
Install vinyl siding to back wood section of house only. no structural changes. not visable from street.
- Otc alterations permit Sep 2001Expired
Reduce scope of work 2000/08/21/8402 comply withnov 200120150.
- Otc alterations permit Dec 2000Complete
Renew application#200005311374
- Otc alterations permit Nov 2000Expired
Replace 2 windows. no change in opening size. not visible from street alumnium to vinyl.
- Otc alterations permit Sep 2000Expired
Reroofing
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
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
1,600 ft
McLaren (John) Children Centers (1,600 ft), Guadalupe Elementary (1,900 ft), Panorama Elementary (3,400 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.9 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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