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Neighbors say Green Street excavation exceeded notice; DBI inspector found work matched approved permit
Summary
Residents near 1170/1180 Green Street raised alarms that excavation, foundation removal and other work exceeded the scope of public notice; DBI staff read a site‑visit letter concluding the work matched permit 9925728 and that required excavation notifications are the contractor’s responsibility under the building code.
Neighbors and the Building Inspection Commission debated whether public notices gave enough information about excavation and underpinning at 1170/1180 Green Street in Russian Hill.
Ed Sweeney read a response letter from senior inspector Tom Venizelos reporting a 05/10/2008 site visit with the architect and contractor. The letter states that “permit application 9925728 allows for the installation of garages along Green Street,” that the permit included a four‑story addition and a full seismic upgrade, and that excavation to accommodate garage ceiling height and foundation work were part of the approved scope.
Complainant Kathleen Courtney, a…
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