519 7th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The Grinsell Family Trust owns this two-story, three-unit multi-family residential building located at 519 7th Avenue in San Francisco's Inner Richmond neighborhood. Built in 1900, this flats and duplex-style property has undergone several significant improvements over the past decades. Most recently, in September 2024, the building received an electrical upgrade with the replacement of an old federal Pacific sub-panel in the garage and the addition of a meter socket for house load, though this permit is still in the issued status and may require follow-up.

The property has seen substantial maintenance and upgrades, including a 2014 project that involved replacing wooden elements of the south wall walkway (approximately 1,000 square feet) and installing 17 non-street-facing windows, enhancing the building's energy efficiency with U-factors of 0.32 and 0.4. Earlier improvements include a 2006 renovation of kitchen cabinets and bathroom fixtures, documented by both building and electrical permits, and a reroofing project completed in 1991. The building's maintenance history shows attention to both interior and exterior upkeep, though there was one significant incident in 2003 involving unpermitted sewer work that required correction after inspection findings indicated non-compliance with San Francisco Plumbing Code.

This issue, which emerged from complaints about leaking rear drains and an illegal trap installation, was resolved within two months through proper permitting and inspection procedures. Since then, there have been no recorded violations or complaints, suggesting improved compliance with building codes. The property's documented improvements indicate ongoing maintenance and upgrading of both structural and electrical systems, though prospective tenants should note the relatively recent electrical panel replacement work that remains in "issued" status as of October 2023.