659-661 14th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The two-unit, 1919 multi-family residential building at 659-661 14th Avenue in San Francisco's Central Richmond neighborhood has undergone significant recent improvements, particularly between 2019-2020, including comprehensive kitchen and bathroom remodels in both units, window replacements, and water service upgrades, with the total renovation costs exceeding $135,000. The building's maintenance history shows attention to major systems, including previous hydronic boiler replacements in 2012-2013, reroofing in 2007, and various window and bathroom improvements over the years. However, the property has experienced several notable issues that warrant attention, particularly between 2017-2018, including multiple building violations related to interior surfaces, mold/mildew, smoke detector requirements, and window repairs, with some violations being designated as a "nuisance" under Section 1001-d of the San Francisco Housing Code.

There were also concerns about lead paint hazards during this period, with complaints about peeling paint and soil contamination, and incidents of renovation work being performed without proper containment procedures. A fire complaint in January 2018 regarding blocked exits was recorded, though it was determined to be outside of jurisdiction. In May 2018, two tenant buyouts were executed at the property, with one tenant receiving $30,000 and another $200,000, suggesting significant changes to the building's occupancy.

The building's recent history (2019-2023) shows substantial investment in improvements and maintenance, with all major renovation work properly permitted and completed. The property appears to have stabilized since addressing the 2017-2018 violation and complaint issues, with no recent building violations on record. The most recent building permit activity as of 2020 indicates continued attention to property maintenance, with street space usage being the last recorded permit activity. While the property's earlier history (prior to 2020) included multiple health and safety concerns, there has been no recurrence of similar issues in recent years, suggesting improved compliance with housing standards and building codes.