4931-4937 17th St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The two-story, five-unit multi-family residential building at 4931-4937 17th Street, built in 1910 and currently owned by Iveli Thomas, has undergone several significant improvements and faced multiple challenges over the years. Most notably, the building completed a mandatory soft-story seismic retrofit in 2014 (Tier 3, CFC Issued) and received various plumbing upgrades in 2022, including wall heater replacements and waste line repairs.

A routine inspection in 2022 revealed multiple interior issues including water damage, ceiling/wall problems, and lead hazard concerns, though most violations were eventually abated by May 2024. The building has experienced recurring heating system issues, with complaints filed in 2003, 2011, and 2022, along with multiple plumbing concerns including a 2017 incident involving leaking sewage. Earlier improvements include safety upgrades in 2011 to install handrails and door closers, reroofing work in 2010, and various repairs in 2003 involving sheetrock and weatherproofing.

The property has maintained compliance with building codes regarding fire safety, as evidenced by the smoke detector installation and fire extinguisher maintenance requirements. Recent 311 calls related to the property have primarily concerned external issues such as tree maintenance and parking violations. While the building has experienced multiple maintenance issues over the years, most recent inspections and permit work suggest ongoing attention to building safety and maintenance requirements.