1278-1280 17th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

The property at 1278-1280 17th Avenue in the Inner Sunset is a two-story, three-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1908, currently owned by Eddy C. Ho and Cindy W. Wong. The building underwent significant construction work in the early 2000s, including a major project in 2002 that aimed to convert ground floor residential units into a garage and add a third story, costing approximately $80,000.

This project generated multiple permits and inspections, with some experiencing expiration and renewal processes over the years. Between 2005 and 2012, the property faced several serious issues regarding unauthorized construction and safety concerns, particularly involving the rear building/structure. Multiple building violations were recorded in 2005, including exceeding the scope of approved permits, unauthorized construction, and possible unlawful demolition, all of which were eventually abated by June 2012. These violations were significant enough to result in complaints of an "unsafe building" status in September 2005.

The property underwent final inspections for various permits in 2009, with both electrical and plumbing permits being successfully completed. Historical records show the building experienced some structural maintenance needs, including termite repairs in 2002 and wood member replacement work in 2005. More recent history shows minimal issues directly related to the building itself, though there have been occasional neighborhood parking enforcement matters in 2018, 2022, and 2023. The building's permit and violation history reveals a pattern of construction work and associated regulatory challenges primarily between 2002-2012, with subsequent years showing more typical permit closure and maintenance activity, and no active building violations as of the most recent records.