Board of Appeals denies appeal for 704 Broderick Street, upholds notice of violation

SAN FRANCISCO — The San Francisco Board of Appeals voted unanimously to deny an appeal by the owners of 704 Broderick Street and to uphold a notice of violation alleging an unauthorized dwelling unit (UDU) and illegal parking in the front setback.

At a remote hearing, the board recorded a 5–0 vote to deny the appeal after hearing arguments from the property owners and extensive presentation by planning staff. Commissioner Rick Swig moved to deny the appeal, saying the zoning administrator "did not abuse his discretion." The board directed the owners to pursue either legalization of the unit or a conditional-use authorization to remove it, and noted the parking violation must be addressed as part of compliance.

The planning department presented evidence that realtor marketing materials and lease documents had previously listed multiple units at the property and staff site-visit…