1270-1272 47th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

The three-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 1270-1272 47th Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood has a documented history of maintenance issues and code violations dating back to 1996. Most recently, in August 2024, there was a sewage backup incident involving the side sewer vent, marking the fourth such incident between 2018-2024, which suggests an ongoing plumbing infrastructure challenge.

The building, constructed in 1965, underwent various modifications and encountered multiple compliance issues, including a significant violation in 2006 when a section of wall approximately 7ft x 7ft was removed between the living room and dining room of unit 1272 without proper permits. This violation, along with several others related to plumbing and unauthorized modifications, was ultimately addressed through multiple permits between 2011-2012, including the legalization of a bedroom and family room in the garage area. The property has experienced recurring sewer issues over the past several years, with multiple work orders completed by the PUC Sewer Operations between 2018-2024, indicating persistent plumbing challenges.

Additional maintenance history shows various improvements made in 2011-2012, including electrical system upgrades with new 200-amp service installation and basement bathroom remodeling. Historical complaints from 1994-2007 reveal concerns about unpermitted modifications, plumbing problems, and housing code violations, though most of these issues appear to have been resolved through subsequent permits and inspections. The building has also experienced some recent parking-related issues, with multiple cases of driveway blocking reported between 2020-2021, and a 2019 case of garbage management concerns regarding waste receptacles being left out continuously.