818-820 Arguello Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118

The property at 818-820 Arguello Boulevard is a two-unit residential building located in the Lone Mountain neighborhood, constructed in 1900. The building has undergone extensive renovations and safety upgrades in recent years, with significant work completed between 2020-2023 including foundation replacement and strengthening ($250,000), comprehensive ground floor remodels and sprinkler system installations, and various unit improvements totaling over $400,000. In 2022, the building received important safety upgrades including a new fire sprinkler system ($19,500) and sprinkler monitoring system ($4,000), though there were concerns noted about non-conforming fire egress stairs installed in the lightwell.

Several plumbing and electrical upgrades were conducted in 2021-2024, including new plumbing systems for both units, radiant heat installations, and kitchen/bathroom renovations. The building has experienced multiple compliance issues and tenant concerns over the years, particularly during construction periods in 2019-2021, including complaints about construction noise, lead dust concerns, and work being performed beyond permitted scope. A significant complaint was filed in 2019 regarding lead dust migration during construction work, along with several complaints about construction noise.

More recent concerns have centered around parking violations, with numerous citations issued between 2024-2023 for vehicles parking on sidewalks and blocking driveways near the property. While most recent building and safety inspections have been completed successfully, including multiple permit closeouts in 2023-2024, there is one open issue as of September 2024 regarding curb or curb ramp defects. The property has also undergone various unit improvements, including the addition of living space, kitchen and bathroom remodels, and a new ADU installation according to recent permits.