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Ground-floor family rooms, wet bars, and extra bedrooms are getting extra scrutiny in San Francisco! With Ordinance 240803 in full effect, the Planning Department is digging deep into permit records, sales history, and rental listings to uncover unauthorized units. Removing a unit is virtually off the table, making legalization the main path forward. Read our full post for key insights on navigating UDU reviews, planning ahead, and keeping project delays at bay.

In San Francisco, even small construction discrepancies can turn into major headaches. That’s where as-builts come in. They’re the key to clearing violations quickly and getting ahead for your next construction project.

Fleet Week’s coming (hopefully!), and everyone’s dreaming of rooftop views. But before you break out the lawn chairs and blueprints, know this: SF treats roof decks like an entire extra floor. That means sprinklers, skylights, and code gymnastics galore.

Designing the Future of California Living: Inside OpenScope Studio

There is a lot of confusion about what Architects actually DO and when their services are needed. Learn more in our latest blog!