37-39 Downey St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The three-unit residential building at 37-39 Downey Street in Haight Ashbury, owned by the Berg Living Trust, has undergone several significant improvements and maintenance work since its construction in 1908. Most recently, in 2024, a solar PV system was installed, adding sustainability features to the property. A notable upcoming project has been filed for October 2024, involving modifications to the roof access and the creation of a new private roof deck.

The building has received substantial interior upgrades, including a $60,000 renovation in 2022-2023 involving kitchen and bathroom remodeling across all units, though there were complaints filed in 2022 regarding an alleged unauthorized unit installation behind the storage area. Maintenance history shows consistent upkeep, with a complete reroofing in 2021 ($21,000) and termination of several violations from 2003-2009 related to stairs, doors, and egress requirements, which were all properly addressed. The property's historical records reveal attention to structural integrity and safety, including repairs following a structural report and termite inspection in 2011 ($11,000), and earlier siding and foundation work in 2009 ($1,500) that included dry rot repairs and installation of anchor bolts.

A backflow prevention device was installed in February 2024, demonstrating ongoing attention to plumbing systems. While there have been multiple 311 calls regarding parking enforcement and some maintenance issues, these are typical for the area and have been addressed through appropriate channels. A single fire incident was recorded, but it was limited to a malfunctioning smoke detector with no injuries reported. The building has undergone regular routine inspections, most recently in 2017, suggesting compliance with housing codes and regulations.