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Section 504F — FACADE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES

504F.3 Elements To Be Included in Comprehensive Inspections.

San Francisco Building Inspection Commission Codes · 2022 edition · updated 2026-08-28 · San Francisco

Inspections shall include the façade elements listed in ASTM E 2270 and the following additional elements:

  1. Attached equipment such as communications equipment, pipes and ductwork;

  2. Decorative elements such as urns, friezes, balustrades, and attached artwork;

  3. Signs;

  4. Fire escapes;

  5. Flagpoles;

  6. Vertical extensions such as vents;

  7. Lights and other fixtures;

  8. Hanging air conditioners and other devices;

  9. Exterior glazing;

  10. Other elements that could pose a safety hazard if dislodged.

(Amended by Ord. 16-24, File No. 231130, App. 2/9/2024, Eff. 3/11/2024)

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