1235-1237 8th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

The property at 1235-1237 8th Avenue in the Inner Sunset is a 2-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1912, currently owned by Sherman Krishna. The building has undergone several significant modifications over recent years, with the most substantial work focused on adding and legalizing an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) on the first floor.

In late 2024, permits were filed for ADU modifications including interior remodeling, bathroom and kitchen upgrades, HVAC improvements, and the construction of a new rear deck and stairs, though earlier attempts in May 2024 to establish the ADU permit were canceled. The building has seen various modernization efforts, including a 400-amp service upgrade in 2024, a complete rewiring of the kitchen and bathrooms in 2021, and multiple plumbing improvements including furnace replacement in 2018. The property has a history of balcony and stair modifications, window replacements, and interior remodeling projects, including a significant renovation in 2020 valued at $80,000.

There have been several attempts to legalize an unauthorized dwelling unit, with a notable withdrawal of a permit in July 2021 related to this matter, though subsequent approvals were eventually granted under the State ADU program. Recent maintenance records show routine updates to systems and fixtures throughout the building, including kitchen and bathroom remodels. The property has experienced some minor urban issues typical for the area, including occasional parking violations, garbage complaints, and maintenance of exterior spaces, though these have generally been resolved promptly and do not indicate any systemic building concerns.