2714-2716 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The two-unit residential building at 2714-2716 Polk Street in Russian Hill, owned by Theodore G. Tong, has a mixed maintenance and incident history since its construction in 1924. Most recently, in November 2023, the property underwent significant roof work costing $9,500, involving the replacement of an old tar and gravel roof with a modified bitumen roof on two sections of the left side.

Earlier improvements included a 2010 installation of two new furnaces with associated gas lines and duct systems, though this permit is now listed as expired. Notably, the building experienced a fire incident in July 1984 that required siding replacement on one side and hardwood floor refinishing, followed by kitchen and bathroom remodeling on the second floor later that same year. The property has experienced several maintenance and enforcement issues in recent years, with the most recent incidents occurring in 2024, including a sidewalk parking violation (September 2024) and a public health/environmental health request (July 2024).

There were also some street-related issues near the property, including a garbage and debris complaint involving liquid spills in July 2024, though this condition was not confirmed upon inspection. Historical records show various minor municipal interactions, such as illegal postings (2019), an abandoned motorcycle (2013), and a color curb inquiry (2013), all of which were resolved through normal channels. The building's systems and infrastructure have received periodic attention, with the recent roofing upgrade suggesting ongoing maintenance commitment, though the status of the 2010 HVAC installation should be verified given its expired permit status.