1437-1445 Haight St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The property at 1437-1445 Haight Street is a two-story, mixed-use building constructed in 1906, containing five residential units above retail space, currently owned by the Steven Kovacs Living Trust. The building has undergone several significant improvements over the years, with the most substantial renovation occurring in 2019-2020 when both storefronts (1437 and 1445 Haight) received accessibility upgrades under the ABE program, including the installation of power door operators and actuation plates, costing approximately $4,000.

A major interior renovation was completed in 2014, featuring an in-kind kitchen remodel, bathroom upgrades, and the installation of a tankless water heater, with associated plumbing and electrical work totaling over $40,000. Recent building activity has focused on compliance with signage regulations, with multiple applications filed in 2024 to legalize existing signs for "San Franpsycho" and "Trax Bar" under the awning amnesty program. The building has experienced several complaints in recent years, including construction noise issues in 2020 and unauthorized construction complaints in 2023 regarding unpermitted signs.

Service calls to 311 in 2024 have primarily concerned noise and cleanliness issues, including reports of graffiti and street maintenance concerns, with an open noise complaint regarding excessive noise filed in August 2024. The building's electrical infrastructure has seen substantial upgrades, with multiple electrical permits issued between 2004-2011 for wiring, lighting, and panel improvements throughout the property. Notably, there were several completed electrical projects in 2011, including installation of new sub-panels, lighting, receptacles, and smoke detectors in various areas of the building, demonstrating significant infrastructure modernization over the years.