1721-1723 Buchanan St, San Francisco, CA 94115

The property at 1721-1723 Buchanan Street is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building with ground-floor commercial space, constructed in 1972 and currently owned by the Mary Erikson Ishisaki Revocable Trust. The building has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, including a major renovation in 2019 that involved window replacements, bedroom egress improvements, and interior remodeling, with a cost of approximately $45,000. The ground-floor commercial space has received particular attention, with the most recent work being an accessibility upgrade in October 2023 to install ADA-compliant entrance improvements, following previous grease trap installations in 2014 and 2016.

The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, including reroofing in 2009 and various plumbing and electrical improvements associated with kitchen and bathroom remodels. The property has experienced some compliance challenges, particularly in 2006 when multiple complaints were filed regarding unpermitted kitchen renovation work in the restaurant space. Fire safety inspections between 2007 and 2016 revealed several violations related to exit accessibility, lighting, and extinguishers, though all were subsequently corrected.

Recent building improvements have focused on modernizing the property and addressing accessibility requirements, with the most recent permits indicating ongoing commitment to maintaining and upgrading the building. The area around the building has experienced typical urban maintenance issues as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in late 2024 regarding garbage and debris, though these are generally related to street and sidewalk cleaning rather than building-specific issues. The property has maintained compliance with commercial licensing requirements, most recently receiving approval for an ABC License for On-Sale Beer and Wine in conjunction with the restaurant use.