796-798 Arguello Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118

The property at 796-798 Arguello Blvd is a two-unit multi-family residential building located in the Lone Mountain neighborhood, currently owned by the Seto Family Trust. Built in 1900, this two-story flats and duplex building has undergone several significant modifications over the years, with the most substantial proposed changes currently under consideration. As of August 2023, a permit was filed for horizontal and vertical additions to add 14 new ADUs to the existing two dwelling units, representing a substantial increase in density for the property under ordinance 95-17.

The building has maintained its safety standards, with documented installations of fire safety equipment, including an Ansul fire suppression system in 2005, though it is worth noting there was one recorded building fire incident with unintentional ignition (exact date unspecified) that resulted in no civilian injuries. The property has a history of addressing infrastructure upgrades, including the replacement of three water heaters in 2012 and a sewer repair in 2007. Three separate awning-related permits were filed in 2005, with two successfully completed installations of triangle awnings.

More recently, from October to December 2024, there have been multiple 311 calls related to the property, primarily concerning blocked sidewalks due to cafe furniture and various reports of garbage and debris on the street, though most of these were resolved or transferred. One building complaint was filed in October 2017 regarding noisy construction by a neighboring cafe, though this case is currently listed as not active. The property has also undergone various regulatory approvals for commercial uses, including limited live performance and restaurant/ABC licenses, indicating it operates in conjunction with commercial activities, likely related to a ground-floor retail space.