156-158 Beaver St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The three-story, two-unit residential building at 156-158 Beaver Street in Corona Heights, owned by the Donald Holsten Revocable Trust, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1929. Most recently, in late 2024, the property experienced fire damage requiring temporary power restoration work, though this appears to be an isolated incident and not indicative of ongoing safety concerns. Recent improvements include a bathroom remodel in 2022 ($13,000) and reroofing work completed in 2021 ($10,000), continuing a pattern of roof maintenance as evidenced by previous reroofing projects in 2002 and 1993.

The building has undergone various safety-related improvements, including the installation of 5/8" gypsum fire separation material in 1995 to comply with housing requirements. The property has maintained active compliance with building codes and safety standards, as shown by recent permits for bathroom remodeling and garage improvements. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, including common area improvements such as garage door installations in 2006.

While there have been occasional issues in the surrounding area as documented in 311 calls (such as illegal parking, debris, and flooding on the street) between 2019 and 2024, these external matters appear to be typical urban neighborhood challenges rather than building-specific problems. Two significant planning actions were approved: reclassifying the property from RH-2 to RH-3 district status and replacing an existing rear staircase and extending the landing area. The property's maintenance record suggests regular upkeep, though the recent fire incident and its associated power restoration work indicate a need for continued monitoring of electrical systems.