117-119 Buchanan St, San Francisco, CA 94102

The two-unit duplex at 117-119 Buchanan Street in Hayes Valley, built in 1922, has undergone several notable changes and faced various challenges over the past several years. Most recently, in April 2023, the property underwent a kitchen renovation that triggered two complaints - one regarding unpermitted electrical work and potential fire hazards related to outdated 1920s electrical systems (since resolved with proper permits), and another concerning plumbing modifications that included installing a dishwasher and removing a mop sink to accommodate stackable laundry facilities.

In 2019, significant roof work was completed with the installation of a modified bitumen roofing system at a cost of $18,000. The building has experienced some safety incidents, including two notable events - a sprinkler activation with no fire and no injuries, as well as a gas leak incident, both of which were promptly addressed. The property has faced ongoing parking challenges, particularly in early 2024, with multiple reports of blocked driveways resulting in several citations being issued.

There has also been recurring street maintenance and cleanliness issues, with multiple reports of garbage, debris, and graffiti being filed and resolved throughout 2024. Two sidewalk-related complaints were logged in 2024, one regarding a visible hole and another about general sidewalk conditions, though neither presented major safety concerns. The building's recent history shows significant attention to upgrading and maintaining the property, particularly with the 2019 roof work and 2023 kitchen modernization efforts, though these improvements have sometimes triggered safety-related concerns that were ultimately resolved through proper permitting and inspections.