246-250 Alma St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The property at 246-250 Alma Street, currently owned by the Birgess Angelus Living Trust 2014, has undergone significant transformation in recent years, with major renovations commencing in 2022. The most substantial work, permitted in June 2023, involves eliminating one ground-level residential unit and reconfiguring the remaining units, including expanding Unit 250 and Unit 246 into portions of Unit 248, converting the building from R-2 to R-3 occupancy, and infilling an existing lightwell. This $1.09 million project also includes installing a new roof deck of less than 500 square feet.

The property has additionally pursued ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) conversions, with successful permits issued in late 2022 and early 2023 for converting existing non-conforming structures. Recent infrastructure improvements are substantial, with multiple plumbing permits issued in 2024 for three heat pump systems, comprehensive bathroom and kitchen remodels, and new utilities installations including a new house trap, sewer lateral, water main, and two tankless water heaters. The building is currently undergoing extensive systems upgrades, including complete rewiring of units 246 and 250 and the new ADU installation, as evidenced by electrical permits from February and July 2024.

The property's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, with a minor debris box maintenance issue in early 2024 being promptly resolved. Earlier maintenance records from 2020-2021 included graffiti removal and a Christmas tree pickup. The significant recent construction activity, involving substantial unit reconfiguration and systems upgrades, suggests the property is undergoing a substantial quality improvement process, though with some temporary disruptions associated with the ongoing work.