117-123 Downey St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The property at 117-123 Downey Street is a 4-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1906 in the Buena Vista Park neighborhood, currently owned by Michele A Harrah. The building has undergone significant renovations and improvements over recent years, with the most recent work completed in 2023 including kitchen and bathroom remodels with electrical upgrades (cost: $50,639). Important safety upgrades were implemented in 2016-2017, including the installation of a new sprinkler system, a 180k BTU boiler, radiant heating system, and comprehensive electrical rewiring with new subpanels and smoke detectors.

The building has faced several compliance challenges, particularly during 2016-2017 when multiple complaints were filed regarding unpermitted work, including concerns about construction hours, exposed wiring, and fire safety issues. These complaints were subsequently addressed, though there was a notable complaint in July 2022 regarding unpermitted construction of two roof decks. Historical documents reveal previous building violations from 2004 and 2011 related to fire safety and plumbing issues, though these were marked as abated.

The property has experienced consistent maintenance and upgrading of systems over the years, including sewer lateral replacement, sidewalk repair, and various plumbing improvements. Recent 311 calls (from 2023-2024) primarily relate to parking enforcement and street cleaning issues, which are external to the building's operation. Planning records show permitted modifications to the roof structure and light well area, demonstrating regulatory compliance for recent improvements.