2076-2078 Mcallister St, San Francisco, CA 94118

The two-unit residential building at 2076-2078 McAllister Street, owned by Katherine Cavness, has a significant history of fire-related incidents and restoration work since its construction in 1900. Most notably, a fire occurred on March 29, 2021, at the 2078 unit, rendering it uninhabitable and causing ceiling damage in the lower unit (2076).

The building underwent substantial restoration work in 2022, including roof repairs, window replacements, electrical rewiring, and plumbing updates, with a total estimated cost of over $600,000. This work included the installation of new wood siding, replacement of wall heaters, and a complete unit rewire in October 2022. The property has experienced multiple maintenance and safety-related issues over the years, including several building code violations related to fire damage, and complaints in 2021-2022 regarding improper handling of hazardous materials during renovations.

Historical records show various repairs dating back to 1996, including dry rot repair, window replacement, and work on the rear yard stair. More recently, there have been multiple parking enforcement issues in 2024, with several citations issued for sidewalk parking violations, though these do not directly impact the building's habitability. The building has also undergone sewer repairs, sidewalk work, and various plumbing updates, demonstrating ongoing maintenance and compliance efforts by ownership.