1242-1246 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 1242-1246 Leavenworth Street in Nob Hill, owned by Lev & Galina Rankov, has undergone several significant changes since its construction in 1907. The most substantial transformation occurred between 2007-2009 when a third unit was added, with related permits for plumbing (including a new fire sprinkler system), electrical upgrades, and garage modifications.

During this period, multiple building complaints were filed, including concerns about illegal interior construction, an unauthorized garage expansion, and safety issues with temporary railings. These issues were ultimately resolved, with most permits receiving final approval by 2009, including a significant $18,000 exterior siding replacement project in 2013. Recent maintenance records from 2023 show the building experienced several sewer-related issues, including a backup incident in April 2023 and problems with the side sewer vent cover, though these were promptly addressed by city services.

The property has been subject to multiple street cleaning requests regarding garbage and debris in the surrounding area, with the most recent incidents occurring in late 2023 and early 2024. While the building had some regulatory challenges during its expansion period in the late 2000s, particularly regarding garage parking space usage and construction permits, these issues appear to have been resolved through proper inspections and compliance measures. The most recent planning record shows a determination related to the removal of NSR (North Slope Regulations), though specific details of this change are not provided.