2477-2485 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123

The 25-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 2477-2485 Chestnut Street in the Marina neighborhood, built in 1927 and currently owned by Bernard Wm Gucker Lvg Tr, has undergone several significant improvements and faced multiple challenges over recent years. Most notably, in 2023, the building received a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade to meet current safety codes, including new addressable smoke detectors and horn strobes throughout residential areas. Recent building improvements include a completed $30,000 kitchen remodel and bathroom update in Unit 208, roof replacement in 2022, and various plumbing system upgrades including domestic hot water boiler replacements in 2018 and 2020.

The property has experienced several concerning issues, including a 2020 incident involving rodent activity (described as raccoons in the walls) and a history of boiler permit compliance challenges, with multiple complaints filed between 2015-2020 regarding unpermitted boiler installations and permit renewal issues. The building has also had various maintenance matters documented, including instances of mold/mildew, damaged walls/ceilings, and interior surface repairs needed between 2007-2020, all of which were eventually abated. More recent building improvements have included the 2024 remodeling of Unit 208 (including installation of new appliances and electrical subpanel), though this work was initially the subject of an unpermitted remodeling complaint that was quickly resolved.

The building's maintenance and response to violations appear to have improved over time, with most recent building permits properly obtained and completed. However, there remains some ongoing concern as evidenced by numerous 311 calls in 2023-2024 related to sidewalk cleaning, garbage, and debris issues near the property, though these are external to the building itself. The building's fire safety systems have been consistently maintained, with the most recent fire-related inspection in February 2023 noting that conditions were corrected promptly.