5023 Diamond Heights Blvd, San Francisco CA

What are the local zoning regulations for 5023 Diamond Heights Blvd ?

RM-4 (RESIDENTIAL- MIXED, HIGH DENSITY)

RM-4 districts are almost entirely made up of high-density apartment buildings, typically with smaller units, and are located near the downtown area.

The number of residential units in the RM-4 district is calculated based on the size of the lot. The minimum allowed is 3 units per lot, or 1 unit for every 267 sq ft of lot area, whichever is greater. The maximum allowed is 1 unit for every 200 sq ft of lot area.

Not allowed if it’s below the minimum density specified in the municipal code.

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, despite the intensity of development, should still aim for distinct building styles, moderated façades, and open spaces for residents in new projects.

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

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

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

What is the maximum height for 5023 Diamond Heights Blvd ?

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 5023 Diamond Heights Blvd ?

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 5023 Diamond Heights Blvd located in?

Noe Valley, San Francisco

Located just south of the famed Castro district, Noe Valley is arguably one of the most distinct neighborhoods in the Bay Area. Unlike areas such as the aforementioned Castro, or nearby Haight-Ashbury or Mission Districts, Noe Valley is a quiet, laidback community set squarely in the middle of San Francisco.

Its main thoroughfare—24th Street—is reminiscent of a classic main drag through a small village. There's plenty of unique shops, great restaurants, a handful of cafés, and even a few bars to hang out in. All of it is close to home, regardless of where your home is in Noe Valley. A few highlights along 24th Street include Aha Fresh, Saru Sushi Bar, and The Dubliner Bar.

Noe Valley is one of the city's worst-kept secrets—a real gem in a region full of them. Idyllic in practically every possible way, this quaint enclave is a magnet for young families and young professionals alike. Tidy rows of Victorian homes, highly walkable streets, and lovely little shops and cafés help to give the whole area a distinct bedroom community feels.