1238-1240 16th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

The two-unit residential building at 1238-1240 16th Avenue in San Francisco's Inner Sunset neighborhood is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1908, currently owned by Oatis Taylor. The property has undergone significant renovations and improvements in recent years, with the most substantial work occurring in 2014-2015, including comprehensive electrical system upgrades (new floors, service upgrade, smoke detectors), extensive plumbing work (installation of multiple bathrooms, kitchens, drains, new gas lines, water service, and sewer lines), and the addition of two fireplaces.

Noteworthy sustainable features were added in 2015 with the installation of two solar PV systems consisting of 30 modules, and a radiant heating system with condensing boiler was also installed during this period. Of particular concern are two active building-related issues: a current complaint filed in January 2024 alleging potential discrepancies with a roof deck's size and safety features (parapets and rails), and a 2015 complaint regarding an incorrect wall installation at level 2 in place of the required guard rail.

The building has experienced recurring issues with blocked driveways, with five documented incidents since 2019, though these are primarily parking enforcement matters. Several street space and sidewalk repair permits were issued in 2015, suggesting infrastructure improvements outside the building. The property underwent a substantial rear addition and reconfiguration of both units, including the addition of four bathrooms, as part of a 2014 building permit approved under Graham Architects, with subsequent revisions to address safety concerns about deck parapets.