1500-1512 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122

The property at 1500-1512 Irving Street is a 2-story, 6-unit multi-family residential building with ground-floor retail/restaurant space, built in 1923 and owned by the Jean & Marie Lerissa Trust. The building has undergone several significant improvements and faced some challenges over the past years. Most recently, in August 2024, accessible entrance improvements were completed for both the retail and restaurant spaces with power door operator installations.

In 2023-2024, the property experienced multiple sanitation issues, including several reports of debris and garbage problems, and notably a sewage backup incident in November 2024. The building has a history of addressing safety concerns, including a significant fire incident in 2006 that led to repairs and the subsequent installation of a fire suppression system in 2007. Earlier violations from 2002 related to fire safety equipment and electrical systems were promptly abated. In recent years, there have been some compliance issues, including a 2023 violation related to a commercial storefront ordinance and questions about unpermitted work for the restaurant below, though these matters appear to have been resolved.

The building has seen consistent maintenance activity, including plumbing upgrades such as grease trap and sewer line replacements in 2012-2014, electrical improvements, and general building maintenance. Recent permits indicate ongoing commitment to maintain and upgrade the property, including the 2024 door replacements for accessibility compliance. While the property has faced various issues over time, including heating system concerns in 2009 and graffiti in 2023, most violations and complaints have been addressed relatively promptly according to available records. The building's history shows a pattern of regular maintenance and upgrades, particularly focusing on safety systems, accessibility, and exterior improvements.