1556-1560 Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 1556-1560 Waller Street in the Haight Ashbury neighborhood is a 3-story flats and duplex structure built in 1900, currently owned by Shelly Sutherland Trust. The building has a documented history of street space permits over the years, with the most recent issued in April 2019, and earlier permits in 2017, 2015, 2008, and 2003, typically involving minimal fees ($0-$800). Significant maintenance work included a 2003 window replacement project ($5,790) for the top floor front facade and a reroofing project in 2002 ($7,850).

A structural upgrade was completed in 1988 involving the replacement of a structural beam and covering wood siding with new plywood. The building underwent two notable routine housing inspections in 2003 and 2008, during which several violations were documented and subsequently resolved, though all were officially abated by September 2003; these included issues related to garbage storage, self-closing doors, combustible storage, fire safety (such as fire extinguisher recharge and egress obstruction), and exterior stairs handrails. Recent activity around the property shows ongoing maintenance and cleanup challenges, particularly on the street and sidewalk areas, with multiple 311 calls in 2023-2024 reporting various issues including garbage, debris, human waste, and a missing side sewer vent cover.

The sidewalk cleaning issues appear to be consistently addressed by city services, with most cases being resolved promptly. While the building's major structural and maintenance work appears to be up-to-date, the recurring nature of sidewalk cleaning issues around the property may impact the immediate external environment experienced by residents. The building's documented history suggests regular maintenance and compliance with city requirements, with previous violations being addressed within reasonable timeframes.