157 Villa Ter, San Francisco CA

What are the local zoning regulations for 157 Villa Ter ?

RH-1 (RESIDENTIAL- HOUSE, ONE FAMILY)

In RH-1 districts are occupied almost entirely by single-family houses.

The number of residential units in the RH-1 district is calculated based on the size of the lot, but it cannot exceed 1 dwelling unit per lot.

Dwelling Unit: A room or suite of two or more rooms that is designed for, or is occupied by, one family doing its own cooking therein and having only one kitchen.

Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU): Also known as a Secondary Unit or In-Law Unit. It is accessory to at least one other Dwelling Unit on the same lot. A detached ADU should not share structural walls with the primary structure on the lot.

Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU): JADU is a secondary living space within a single-family home, limited to 500 square feet. It must have its own entrance, an efficiency kitchen, and can either share or have separate sanitation facilities. The property owner must live on-site unless a government agency, land trust, or housing organization owns the unit.

These districts consist of single-family homes with varying floor sizes and styles, though most remain consistent within tracts built during specific periods. The single-family character has largely been preserved over time.

The primary use of the Residential - House, One-Family zone is residential. The Permitted uses listed below show that additional land uses may be allowed in this zone.

Permitted Residential Use: ADU and JADU, intermediate length occupancy use, single room occupancy, student housing, senior housing, and dwelling units.

Permitted Non-Residential Use: Agriculture, neighborhood, passive outdoor recreation, child care facility, public facilities, and residential care facility.

What is the maximum height for 157 Villa Ter ?

40-X

The height of a dwelling cannot exceed 40 feet.

Building height is measured from the centerline of the building. If the building steps laterally along a street, separate measurements are taken from the centerline of each step. For flat roofs, height is measured to the highest point of the finished roof, while for pitched or stepped roofs, it is measured to the average height of the rise.

Building height is measured from the centerline of the building. If the building steps laterally along a street, separate measurements are taken from the centerline of each step. For flat roofs, height is measured to the highest point of the finished roof, while for pitched or stepped roofs, it is measured to the average height of the rise.

What are the ADU regulations for 157 Villa Ter ?

ADU eligible

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), also called secondary units, in-law units, or cottages, are units added to existing and new residential buildings. Adding an ADU to your property can provide several benefits, such as providing housing for family members, simplifying your lifestyle, and increased financial flexibility.Learn more about building ADUs

What neighborhood is 157 Villa Ter located in?

Clarendon Heights, San Francisco

Clarendon Heights is a centrally located neighborhood, situated between a handful of slightly larger neighborhoods, each with their own distinct flair. This serene and highly residential neighborhood boasts stunning views, stately homes, and an ideal secluded location with open access to city life.

While all of the homes in Clarendon Heights are relatively modest, the lot sizes as well as home square-footages vary from house to house. The architectural styles found here are a blend of Tudors and villas with more contemporary styles as well as Mid-Century Modern homes, but all boasting the same orderly image. Rightfully motivated by the panoramic views, the homes were built into hills, complete with hillside stairways to help residents navigate the neighborhood on foot.