149-153 Buchanan St, San Francisco, CA 94102

This three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building located at 149-153 Buchanan Street in Hayes Valley, owned by Elias Manousos, was constructed in 1911. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the past decade, including a partial kitchen remodel in 2015 costing $36,000 that included new cabinets, counters, appliances, and washer hookup. Other notable improvements include the installation of a direct vent gas fireplace in 2017, though a 2015 electrical upgrade project to 200 amps was cancelled.

The building experienced a series of building violations in 2003 related to safety equipment, including fire extinguishers and utility shutoff tools, though these were promptly addressed and abated by June 2003. Recent activity at the property has predominantly involved external maintenance and street-related issues, with multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding construction work, garbage, and parking enforcement. Of particular note are three resolved cases in August 2024 related to construction activity, including an email to contractors regarding work area cleanliness. The building's systems have received various upgrades over the years, including a 1994 reroofing project and attempted electrical service upgrade in 2015.

Historical records indicate routine housing inspections were conducted in 1997, 2003, and 2008, with a current active routine inspection from 2008 on record. The property has experienced minimal fire-related incidents, with only two recorded events: a contained cooking fire and a malfunctioning alarm system, neither resulting in civilian injuries. Recent planning records indicate various closed applications, including a Section 106 review and short-term vacation rental request. The building's maintenance history shows consistent attention to both internal improvements and external maintenance, with recent months particularly focused on addressing construction-related concerns.