1854-1856 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94123

The two-unit residential building at 1854-1856 Jefferson Street, owned by Francis X & Barbaram Mcgove, has undergone significant renovations since 2022, including major structural and aesthetic upgrades. The 1926 flats/duplex structure is currently undergoing substantial improvements as evidenced by multiple permits issued in 2022-2024, with the most recent permit issued in April 2024 for facade changes and the addition of a mansard roof, adding $22,000 to the project's scope.

The renovation project, initially estimated at $150,000, has escalated to over $962,000, encompassing comprehensive interior remodeling of bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and the installation of 17 solar panels, new electrical systems, and HVAC throughout both units. The property has faced several challenges during the renovation period, including multiple tenant complaints about construction noise and activity, particularly in early 2024, with reports of work starting as early as 6:30 AM and late-night construction activities without proper permits. A notable incident occurred in December 2023 involving foundation undermining issues that required monitoring (though this violation was abated in January 2024).

The building's systems are currently receiving a complete upgrade, including new plumbing fixtures, furnaces, and electrical panels, with permits issued in February 2024 for both units. Historical issues include a 2007 violation for dry rot repairs to rear stairs (since resolved) and a 2014 complaint about mold in a bedroom closet (also resolved). The property has undergone various planning revisions, including adjustments to facade elements, window sizes, and roof configurations, with some historical references to tenant buyouts, including a $99,000 buyout in December 2021 for one tenant at 1856 Jefferson Street.