268 13th St, San Francisco CA

What are the local zoning regulations for 268 13th St ?

NCT-3 (MODERATE SCALE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL TRANSIT DISTRICT)

In NCT-3 districts, housing development in new buildings is encouraged on floors above the second story. Existing housing is protected by restrictions on demolitions and upper-story conversions.

The number of residential units in the NCT-3 district is unlimited. Density is controlled by the allowed height and bulk, along with the required setbacks, exposure, and open space for each parcel.

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.

NCT-3 Districts are vibrant, transit-oriented neighborhoods with mixed-use development, featuring neighborhood-serving commercial activities on lower floors and housing above. Designed for pedestrian and transit-centric living, these districts limit residential parking, discourage off-street parking for commercial establishments, and restrict access to off-street parking on critical stretches. Offering a diverse commercial environment, NCT-3 districts promote a wide range of businesses, emphasizing neighborhood-serving establishments. Building standards permit moderately large commercial uses and buildings, with height limits varying from four to eight stories. Housing development is encouraged above the second story, with protections for existing residential units.

The primary use of the Neighborhood Commercial Transit - Moderate Scale zone is mixed-use. The Permitted uses listed below show that additional land uses may be allowed in this zone.

Permitted Residential Uses: ADU, intermediate length occupancy, single room occupancy, student housing, residential uses, dwelling units, senior housing, group housing, and homeless shelters.

Permitted Non-Residential Uses: Walk-up facility agriculture (neighborhood), arts activities, entertainment (general and nighttime), movie theater, community facility, public facilities, social service or philanthropic facility, animal hospital, bar, massage establishment, massage, foot/chair, restaurant, limited restaurant, financial services, limited financial services, retail professional services, trade shop and design professional.

What is the maximum height for 268 13th St ?

85-X

The height of a dwelling cannot exceed 85 feet. However, the height limit may be decreased or increased based on the slope of the lot.

Tower Base: The base is the lowest part of the building, extending vertically to a street wall height of up to 1.25 times the width of the widest abutting street or 50 feet, whichever is greater. There are no limitations on the length or diagonal dimensions of the base.

Lower Tower: For buildings under 160 feet in height, the bulk controls for the lower tower are the only applicable controls above the building base. These controls include a maximum length of 160 feet, a maximum floor size of 20,000 square feet, and a maximum diagonal dimension of 190 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.

What are the ADU regulations for 268 13th St ?

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 268 13th St located in?

South of Market, San Francisco

“SoMa” refers most specifically to the section closest to the Mission, with the most restaurants and nightlife; “Yerba Buena” is in the middle, and is known for its density of museums and shopping; and "South Beach" is on the side next to the Bay (although there’s no beach to speak of) and is full of high-rises and not too much else. South Beach is quickly becoming its own neighborhood, but for now it falls under the general SoMa umbrella.

This area was once zoned primarily for commercial use and that history is still present in the lofts and apartments fashioned from converted warehouses and office space. On smaller side streets you’ll occasionally find a Victorian or a modern condominium. Brick walk-ups are common, as are high-rises; these tend to be more common the further west you go.