1909-1911 Ellis St, San Francisco, CA 94115

The two-unit residential building at 1909-1911 Ellis Street in the Western Addition, owned by Ma Sammy Shunchow, has undergone several significant maintenance and safety improvements since its construction in 1900. Most recently, in 2022, both the electrical panels and furnaces were replaced, indicating a commitment to modernizing essential systems.

Structural work has been a focus of attention in recent years, with a partially filed permit in 2018 for beam replacement and foundation work at the ground floor. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to safety needs, including plumbing and electrical upgrades, though some past permits have not been completed, such as the 2004 kitchen and bathroom remodel and the 1995 reroofing permit. Historical records reveal some maintenance challenges, including a hot water issue in 1995, but this was promptly resolved within two weeks.

The property has experienced various environmental and infrastructure issues typical for its age and location, including tree-related concerns affecting the sidewalk (resolved in 2009), a sewer-related incident in 2018, and more recent tree maintenance needs in 2025. Several sidewalk repairs were completed in 2009, and while there have been some issues with parking violations and street signage in the vicinity, these have been addressed through normal city channels. The building's age and location naturally present ongoing maintenance needs, but the record shows regular attention to these issues by ownership.