281-285 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The three-story multi-family residential building at 281-285 Chestnut Street in Telegraph Hill, owned by Gulf Coast West Coast LLC, consists of two units and was constructed in 2000. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the years, with the most recent major work being a gas line installation for a BBQ location completed in July 2024. In 2018, the building received notable upgrades including a comprehensive elevator system modernization valued at $50,000, with associated electrical work properly installed and completed by November 2018.

The building has a history of regular maintenance and improvements, including a $18,800 reroofing project in 2017, window replacements in 2016, and various plumbing and electrical upgrades between 2009-2010 involving kitchen and bathroom remodels, and significant electrical work including the installation of 68 lights, switches, and receptacles. The property's maintenance history shows attention to both structural and aesthetic improvements, with works including beam support installation in 2010 and multiple plumbing renovations. An isolated incident from 1996 involving exposed wiring and leaking bath faucets was promptly addressed within a week and has not recurred.

Planning records indicate a properly managed process for obtaining variances related to rear yard and front setback modifications, with approvals secured from the appropriate architectural firm. The building's permit history demonstrates consistent investment in maintaining and upgrading both individual units and common systems, with particular attention paid to safety features like the elevator system. Throughout its documented history, the property has maintained compliance with building codes and regulations, with no recent or recurring safety concerns.