1281-1283 9th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

The property at 1281-1283 9th Avenue in San Francisco's Inner Sunset neighborhood is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1904, with commercial space classified as Flat & Store (4 units or less). The building has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple compliance issues over its history. In 2009, substantial improvements were made, including the installation of a fire suppression system ($4,000), reroofing ($11,300), and major structural work, particularly related to a restaurant remodel ($45,000) that included new electrical systems, HVAC, and plumbing fixtures.

The building experienced serious issues in the 2000s, notably a hazardous building complaint in 2003 regarding a dilapidated rear structure with lead-based paint adjacent to food prep areas, which was not abated until 2012. More concerning was a 2010 violation for unpermitted construction, involving an unauthorized concrete slab and food storage structure, which was finally resolved in 2017 through multiple permit removals, costing approximately $950 in 2017 to remove a shed associated with these violations. The property has maintained active upkeep since these major issues were resolved, with the most recent work being the installation of a direct vent gas insert completed in 2024.

Recent activity at the property primarily consists of parking enforcement issues, with multiple illegal parking complaints filed between December 2024 and January 2025, suggesting ongoing challenges with on-street parking in the area. While the building has had its share of serious violations in the past, particularly regarding unpermitted structures and safety concerns, these have been addressed through proper permitting processes, and no new building violations have been recorded since 2017. The property's maintenance record shows regular upkeep of essential systems and structures, particularly focusing on fire safety and building envelope improvements during the 2009 renovation phase.