1151-1153 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The property at 1151-1153 Fell Street is a 2-story multi-family residential building located in Hayes Valley, containing two units and built in 1925. The building has undergone significant renovations and improvements over recent years, with the most notable work occurring between 2019-2021, including the addition of a new dwelling unit, lightwell modifications, and various layout adjustments across multiple floors with a total estimated cost of $175,000. A substantial focus has been placed on safety improvements, with the installation of a comprehensive fire sprinkler system completed in 2021 at a cost of $50,600, followed by a fire safety monitoring system in 2023.

Recent electrical upgrades, including the installation of solar panels in 2022 and a complete electrical system upgrade in 2021, suggest modernization efforts are ongoing. The property has a documented history of regulatory scrutiny, particularly regarding an unpermitted dwelling unit behind the garage in 2018 that reportedly housed between 4-12 occupants, including minors. This issue was addressed through subsequent demolition permits and compliance work completed by July 2019.

The building has had multiple infrastructure improvements in recent years, including plumbing system upgrades, the installation of radiant heating, and a new HVAC system in 2022. Recent utility-related incidents, including sewage discharge and a sewer service request in late 2024, were resolved through official inspections and field work. The property has maintained compliance with building codes following the resolution of previous violations, and no current active violations are on record.