Shed permit rules in South San Francisco, CA — also referred to as storage shed, backyard shed, or accessory building regulations — set size limits, setbacks, and when a building permit is required.
Small accessory structures (sheds) in South San Francisco must comply with SSFMC Title 20 setbacks. Sheds under 120 sq ft and under 8 feet generally do not require a building permit but must still meet zoning requirements.
Under South San Francisco's zoning code, accessory structures must maintain required setbacks from property lines (typically 4 feet from rear and side boundaries). Small prefabricated sheds under 120 sq ft and under 8 feet in average height are generally exempt from building permit requirements but must comply with zoning setbacks. Larger or taller sheds require a building permit. Sheds cannot be used for habitable purposes without an ADU permit. Contact Building Division at (650) 829-6670.
Unpermitted structure: retroactive permit with penalty. Non-compliant setback: modification or removal. Habitation violation: immediate correction.
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