225 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The 225 Chestnut Street property is a 3-story, 5-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1947 and currently owned by the Alton Family Trust. The building has experienced significant permit-related issues, with an active Notice of Violation from July 2021 alleging unauthorized alterations affecting the entire interior and exterior, including changes to unit configurations, fire escape removal, and unauthorized roof deck installation. This situation has prompted a 2023 permit application to consolidate and legalize previously issued permits and address un-permitted work.

The property has undergone substantial improvements over the years, including plumbing system upgrades for four kitchens and bathrooms, electrical rewiring of all floors, installation of a new elevator (2015), and the addition of an in-ground pool and patio (2016-2018). Several compliance issues have emerged, particularly regarding safety inspections and permit expirations between 2012-2018, with multiple violations related to unpermitted work and expired permits requiring abatement proceedings. More recently, in 2019, there was a Department of Public Health involvement concerning swimming pool safety covers, which remains an active issue.

Recent records from 2023 indicate attempts to address these ongoing compliance matters, including work to meet safety requirements and respond to planning violations. The building's history includes significant plumbing upgrades, including a new boiler system (2013), and various safety improvements. Historical complaints have been documented regarding lead paint issues (2008), external peeling paint (2007), and some neighborhood concerns about construction hours and occupancy during renovations (2013). The property has also experienced recurring parking enforcement issues, with multiple reports of driveway blockages throughout 2024, indicating ongoing challenges with parking management in the area.