121 Scott St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building at 121 Scott Street in Hayes Valley, owned by Crump Walter Gray Jr, has undergone several significant improvements and faced various challenges since its construction in 1900. Most notably, in June 2023, the building experienced a serious foundation issue when neighboring excavation work exposed a section approximately 4 feet below the footing and 8 feet wide, requiring urgent underpinning work that was completed in June 2023. The building has received consistent maintenance and upgrades over the years, including a 2005 electrical service upgrade to 200 amps with five meters for four units, the installation of an electric vehicle charging station in 2017, and multiple safety improvements such as a kitchen hood installation with fire suppression system in 2015.

Historical records show previous major works including foundation repairs for dryrot and faulty grade in 1988, garage renovations in 1995, and exterior stair replacements in 1997. The property has faced several regulatory and safety challenges, particularly in relation to fire safety systems. In 2002, the building received violations regarding central alarm system certification and garbage receptacle placement, which were resolved by June 2003.

A fire safety violation was also recorded in 2020 related to combustible materials. More recently, in late 2024, there have been multiple parking enforcement calls regarding blocked driveways, with at least five citations issued between November 2024 and January 2025. The building currently has an open noise complaint from December 2024 and a missing side sewer vent cover issue reported in November 2024. While the property has experienced its share of maintenance and regulatory challenges, it has also benefited from regular upkeep and modernization efforts, as evidenced by the various permits and improvements documented over the years.