MUG Zone in San Francisco, CA
MUG zoning district rules in San Francisco, CA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The MUG zone in San Francisco, CA is a mixed-use district (Mixed Use General). Permits a combination of residential and commercial uses within a single development or block. Ground floor typically commercial; upper floors residential. Promotes walkable, active streetscapes.
Common Permitted Uses
- Ground-floor retail
- Upper-floor apartments
- Live-work units
- Offices
- Restaurants
Permits a combination of residential and commercial uses within a single development or block. Ground floor typically commercial; upper floors residential. Promotes walkable, active streetscapes.
Parking Requirements
San Francisco has some of the most progressive parking policies in the US. The city prioritizes transit access over car storage. EV charging infrastructure required for new construction per Title 24 Part 11 (CalGreen). SF Planning Code Sections 150-166.
Source: San Francisco Planning Code Section 207.1; California Government Code Chapter 13 §§66314–66333 (Stats. 2024 Ch. 7 §20). Last verified April 5, 2026. View source