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Planning Commission approves 536 Fortieth Ave project with setback, lower parapet and light‑well changes
Summary
After objections from neighbors who said a proposed four‑story building would block light and views, the Planning Commission approved the applicant’s proposal for 536 Fortieth Avenue but added conditions: align the front facade with the north neighbor, reduce parapet height to a maximum of 24 inches, enlarge the light well per staff suggestions, and set the roof deck back 10 feet.
San Francisco — The Planning Commission on May 29 approved a contested proposal at 536 Fortieth Avenue with a set of design conditions the panel said were intended to reduce effects on adjacent houses.
Staff presented the project as code‑compliant but noted neighbors to the north and south had raised concerns about light access and the massing of a proposed fourth floor. Neighbors argued the fourth story would be irreversible and would reduce morning light and ventilation.
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