Converted · legalization · Bernal Heights

94 Cortland Ave

Completed Mar 2025+1 unit on this lot · now 28 permits

Legalize bottom floor unpermitted unit as a state program accessory dwelling unit. No change of occupancy per sb-897. Scope of work to include: (1) add stairs to existing stairs to meet code, (2) remodel existing bath to meet code, & (3) add outlets to meet code.

filed May 2023issued Jan 2024 · permit wait 8 monthscompleted Mar 2025 · built in 1 year 2 months
waiting for permitconstructionrelated building permitelectrical permitplumbing permit
Declared value
$37,700
declared on the ADU permit
Permit wait
8 months
filed → issued
Build time
1 year 2 months
issued → completed

Permits in this project

PermitWhatWhenDeclared
ADU permitLegalize bottom floor unpermitted unit as a state program accessory dwelling unit. No change of occupancy per sb-897. Scope of work to include: (1) add stairs to existing stairs to meet code, (2) remodel existing bath to meet code, & (3) add outlets to meet code.
202305127730 · Outerlands Design INC
filed May 2023 · issued Jan 2024 · done Mar 2025$38kcity record
ElectricalElectrical remodel of unit.
EW202404087850
Apr 8, 2024 → Jan 29, 2025—
ElectricalRemodel of 2 story house, new electrical lighting, outlets, kitchen and bathrooms. New 200 amp service upgrade.
EW202410161851
Oct 16, 2024 → Mar 12, 2025—
PlumbingWork category: 2pb; - water service: replacing the main supply water line coming into the building. - installation of (2) new tankless water heaters. - installation of third-floor plumbing (bath, washer and dryer). - installation of second-floor plumbing (kitchen, powder room). - installation of first-floor plumbing (bath and kitchen).
PW20240904326
Sep 4, 2024 → Mar 13, 2025—
PlumbingWork category: 2pb; new plumbing work for (1) kitchen and (1) bathroom.
PW20241022542
Oct 22, 2024 → Feb 4, 2025—
PlumbingWork category: 1m; install one (1) high-efficiency furnace and ductwork install one (1) gas wall furnace.
PMW20241029776
Oct 29, 2024 → Jan 31, 2025—
PlumbingWork category: 1p; installing 1 shower pan liner.
PW20250106103
Jan 6, 2025 → Jan 8, 2025—
PlumbingWork category: 1m; install a direct vent gas fireplace per manual specs. Gas line by others.
PMW20250130719
Jan 30, 2025 → Feb 5, 2025—
3 other permits on this lot during the project, not counted
OtherRemodel existing single family building: remodeling existing kitchen, bathroom (1 shower pan), and other rooms. Adding one half bath and relocating laundry closet. Adding dormer at rear of roof. Repairing existing top floor rear deck.
202404029156 · Outerlands Design INC
filed Apr 2024 · issued Apr 2024 · done Mar 2025$140kcity record
OtherRevision to 202404029156 to add replacement of 4 front facade windows, 2 new skiylights on roof.
202408068088 · Outerlands Design INC
filed Aug 2024 · issued Aug 2024 · done Mar 2025$4,000city record
OtherRevision to pa 202404029156 to add foundation.
202409271776 · Outerlands Design INC
filed Sep 2024 · issued Sep 2024 · done Mar 2025$12kcity record

Trade permits show what work was done and when; the city does not record who pulled them.

Lot
block 5674, lot 002
Why we call it an ADU
SF DBI flagged the permit as an ADU.
Claim this project or house

City record of the ADU permitProperty Information Map