1615-1633 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133

Located in Telegraph Hill, the 16-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 1615-1633 Grant Avenue was constructed in 1908 and is currently owned by Grant Avenue Land Trust. The property has undergone significant renovations, with multiple permits issued in 2024 for extensive kitchen and bathroom remodeling work across several units, totaling approximately $400,000 in improvements. These recent upgrades include plumbing, HVAC, electrical work, and the installation of new 60-amp subpanels.

Prior to these renovations, the building faced several challenges, including multiple instances of dry rot issues that required remediation in various units between 2019 and 2022. The building experienced period of vacancy between 2013-2019, with related violation notices issued in 2013 regarding vacant/abandoned building status and lead paint hazards, though these violations were subsequently abated. The property has a documented history of building complaints and violations, particularly in the early 2010s, including concerns about structural issues, lead paint hazards, and weatherproofing problems. More recent complaints from 2024 documented concerns about construction noise and permit compliance, as well as debris issues.

Several building improvement projects have been attempted, including a 2020-2022 effort for apartment remodeling, though some permits from this period expired. The building's electrical infrastructure is currently being upgraded, with a 400-amp service upgrade permitted in July 2024. Environmental and public health concerns have been addressed through various remediation efforts, including the installation of smoke detectors and replacement of building systems. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to street-level issues, such as garbage, parking, and sidewalk maintenance, which have mostly been resolved through appropriate channels.