197-199 Downey St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The two-unit residential building at 197-199 Downey Street, located in Buena Vista Park and owned by Dan H Brush V Revocable Living Trust, has experienced several significant maintenance and repair issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been multiple roof-related problems, with recent work completed in March 2023 involving waterproofing of the rear balcony at a cost of $15,000. A roof leak complaint was withdrawn in February 2023, suggesting ongoing issues with the roof structure.

The building has undergone various infrastructure improvements, including a sewer replacement in December 2019 (completed) and a sub-panel replacement with electrical rewiring of living room outlets in November 2023 (completed). Historical records show previous concerns about illegal unit configurations between 1994-2000, though these complaints are no longer active. The property has experienced recurring issues with water-related concerns, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding sewage backup and drainage problems, including a May 2024 incident involving a catch basin.

Recent maintenance work appears to address ongoing building envelope challenges, as evidenced by the March 2023 waterproofing work. The building's documentation shows an effort to expedite repairs through proper permitting channels, as demonstrated by the planning record indicating an attempt to legalize existing roof deck components to address leakage issues. The property's maintenance history includes various repairs to exterior elements such as siding and decks, with multiple permits issued for deck repairs in 2002. Recent 311 calls from 2024 indicate some neighborhood issues related to waste management and parking violations, though these appear to be more related to the street environment rather than building-specific concerns.