175-177 9th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The three-story multi-family residential building at 175 9th Avenue, owned by the Higaki Toshiko Rev Tr, was constructed in 1922 and contains two units. The property has undergone significant renovations over the past decade, with the most substantial work occurring in 2023-2024. In 2023, a comprehensive renovation project valued at $563,000 included adding bedrooms, bathrooms, and laundry facilities on all three floors, along with a new roof deck and exterior stucco finish.

The electrical systems received a complete overhaul, including replacement of 100-amp sub-panels for both units and full rewiring. Plumbing upgrades in 2023 included installation of two tankless water heaters and extensive bathroom and kitchen renovations. Recent improvements in 2024 featured the addition of direct vent gas fireplaces in both units and further bathroom reconfigurations. The building's history reveals some concerning incidents, particularly during 2015 renovations when multiple complaints were filed regarding construction practices, including concerns about fire safety, unauthorized plumbing work, and issues with construction crew behavior.

These complaints, though not active as of now, suggest there were significant growth pains during earlier renovation phases. The property has maintained compliance with building codes since then, as evidenced by the extensive permitting process and inspections for recent renovations. Historical permits from 2015 show work on the basement level including the addition of rooms, bathroom, and kitchenette facilities, though this prompted some complaints about permitting compliance at the time. The building's recent history (2022-2024) has focused primarily on modernization and system upgrades, with particular attention to safety features such as new furnaces and comprehensive electrical system updates in 2023.