486-490 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The two-unit residential building at 486-490 Filbert Street is a 2-story flats and duplex structure built in 1939, currently owned by the Jack Y Lee Revocable Trust. The most recent work on the property was a roof replacement completed in October 2023 at a cost of $11,000, showcasing maintenance of major building systems. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues over its documented history, with several significant violations and complaints recorded between 2011-2012, including concerns about lead paint hazards, mold and mildew, rodent/insect infestation, and inadequate heating in occupied rooms.

These violations were addressed and abated by July 2012. The building has undergone multiple exterior maintenance cycles, including a roof replacement in 1995 and stair repairs due to dry rot in 2002. A series of complaints regarding exterior paint and stucco conditions were filed between December 2011 and May 2012, while a 2017 complaint regarding an unpermitted 6+-foot fence was also recorded.

Most recently, the property received a street space permit in 2012 for $1.00. The surrounding area has experienced various municipal service requests in recent years, including incidents of graffiti, flooding, sidewalk blockages, and street cleaning needs, as documented in 311 calls between 2019-2023, though these are more reflective of neighborhood conditions rather than building-specific issues. The building's records indicate a pattern of exterior maintenance challenges, particularly concerning paint and stucco conditions, though more recent documentation shows fewer documented issues post-2012. The most recent roof work and the absence of active violations since 2012 suggest improved maintenance practices in recent years, though the historical record shows periods requiring attention to basic habitability standards.