1529 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115

The two-unit residential building at 1529 Golden Gate Avenue in Alamo Square, owned by Michael S. Kitson and Lawrence, has undergone significant renovations and compliance work since 2021. The 1900 building, classified as a flats & duplex structure, has seen substantial improvements including kitchen and bathroom remodels in both units, furnace installations, and electrical upgrades. Most recently, in 2024, the property completed work to correct condo conversion details, installed GFI receptacles, and added smoke/co alarms per code requirements.

The building underwent a significant renovation cycle in 2023-2024, including kitchen and bathroom updates, laundry room improvements, and compliance with physical inspection reports (CC-8464 and CC-8476). Earlier improvements included window sash replacements in 2016 and roof work in 2014. The property has a history of addressing maintenance and code compliance issues, with inspections leading to various upgrades and repairs. It was officially converted to a two-unit condo property in June 2021.

There were some building complaints in 2017 regarding unpermitted work and plumbing issues, though these cases are no longer active. The most recent maintenance and safety improvements demonstrate ongoing attention to building systems, including plumbing, electrical, and safety features. Three building permits issued in 2023 and 2024 were related to kitchen and bathroom remodels, indicating recent updates to unit amenities. The building experienced three sidewalk-related complaints between 2020-2022, and there was a tenant buyout recorded in January 2018 for $21,687.50, affecting 2 tenants.