1814-1818 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The three-story, six-unit multi-family residential building at 1814-1818 Mason Street in North Beach, owned by Fredrick W. Lui and Emily Kwan, was constructed in 1911 and has undergone several significant improvements over the past decades. Most notably, in 2014-2015, the building underwent substantial renovations including a first-floor interior remodel featuring a kitchen upgrade, bathroom renovations, and the installation of a new gas furnace system, for which the total renovation cost was approximately $54,000.

The building also received important electrical upgrades, including a 200-amp service upgrade in 2005, and there were some permitted plumbing modifications as well. The property has a recorded history of building inspections and violations, with a significant cluster of issues documented in 2004-2005 that were all resolved by August 2005. These violations included fire safety concerns such as combustible storage, inadequate fire extinguishers, and egress obstructions, as well as building maintenance issues like painted walls, stair repairs, and handrail installation needs.

There were also concerns about lead paint hazards, electrical wiring, and lighting deficiencies that were subsequently addressed. More recent history includes a routine safety inspection in 2015 and two significant complaints regarding unauthorized occupancy programs in 2021 and 2022, including cancellation notices related to Intermediate Length Occupancy (ILO) violations, suggesting potential issues with short-term rental compliance. The building's most recent permitted activity, filed in June 2022, pertains to the use of the property as an Intermediate Length Occupancy with existing legally recognized use and occupancy, though this permit's current status is listed as "Filed."