1229 45th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

The property at 1229 45th Avenue in the Outer Sunset neighborhood is a two-unit, two-story residential building constructed in 1903, currently owned by Labatt LLC. The building has undergone several significant changes and faced various maintenance challenges over the years. Most notably, in 2021, there was a filed permit for the replacement of an existing garage with a new 4-story, 3-bedroom ADU at the front of the lot, utilizing the local ADU program, while retaining the two existing units at the rear.

In late 2020, multiple building violations were issued regarding weather proofing and lead paint hazards on the building's siding, which were abated by February 2021 through completed repairs costing $3,000. A concerning complaint was filed in November 2020 reporting that both the garage and main house were dilapidated, with plumbing issues allegedly leading to improper waste disposal. Historical records show structural concerns from 1996, including damaged support beams and security issues, though these were promptly addressed. The property has experienced multiple parking enforcement issues in recent years, with several citations issued for sidewalk parking and blocked driveways between 2019 and 2024, as well as some cleanliness concerns in the surrounding area.

Recent planning records indicate ongoing interest in improving the property, with discussions about potential development options to add more housing, including the possibility of constructing additional ADUs within existing structures or the buildable area of the lot. The property has a documented history of maintenance challenges, particularly related to weather proofing and paint conditions, suggesting ongoing concerns with building envelope maintenance. The garage and main building have both been subject to various repairs and proposed improvements over the years, indicating active management of the property's maintenance needs and compliance with local housing regulations. The most recent building permit activity, focusing on ADU development, reflects current trends in San Francisco housing development and the property's potential for modernization and increased housing capacity.