133-139 Varennes St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The three-story, six-unit multi-family residential building at 133-139 Varennes Street in Telegraph Hill, owned by Roderick Hong Revocable Living Trust, was constructed in 1907 and has undergone significant improvements over the past decade. The building successfully completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2015 (at a cost of $80,000), demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements. Between 2012 and 2017, substantial renovations were undertaken, including comprehensive kitchen and bathroom remodels in multiple units (costing between $50,000-$55,000), installation of new electrical systems including LED lighting, and upgrades to plumbing and gas systems.

Notable improvements included the addition of in-unit laundry facilities, replacement of windows, and modernizations to heating systems with the installation of a new furnace and high-efficiency heater. The building has maintained active compliance with safety inspections, though there was one fire safety complaint in 2016 regarding blocked exits that was found to have no merit. A routine housing inspection in 2006 identified several maintenance issues including loose light fixtures, untagged fire extinguishers, and stair repairs, all of which were promptly addressed within two months.

The property's maintenance history shows regular upkeep and modernization, with the most recent building permits focusing on general improvements rather than major repairs or structural work. Recent 311 calls near the property have primarily concerned external matters such as street cleaning and parking enforcement, rather than building-specific issues. The building's records indicate a well-maintained property with a proactive approach to both residential comfort and safety requirements, particularly through the implementation of significant retrofit work and comprehensive unit renovations.