1496-1498 Willard St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The two-unit multi-family residential building at 1496-1498 Willard St, built in 1934, has undergone several significant renovations and repairs over its history, with the most recent work focused on stair repairs in a lightwell on the building's north side, currently permitted at a cost of $7,500 as of October 2024. The property has experienced three notable building-related incidents in recent years: two complaints in late 2023 regarding construction work (one in November and another in December), and a September 2018 complaint about unpermitted construction work involving steel beams.

The building has undergone substantial interior improvements, particularly in Unit 1496, including a major remodel in 2018 ($78,000) that involved reconfiguring walls, and extensive work in 2008 that added two bathrooms, upgraded electrical systems, and modified stair access. Historical records show proper processing of necessary permits for various improvements, including electrical upgrades and compliance with 3R inspections in 2021 for steps and handrails.

Recent activity around the property has included multiple parking enforcement calls in 2024 regarding blocked driveways, though these are unrelated to building condition or safety. The property has maintained proper compliance with building codes, as evidenced by the completion of required work and appropriate permits, though the 2018 complaint about unpermitted work suggests occasional lapses in construction oversight.