981 Elizabeth St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The 12-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 981 Elizabeth Street in Noe Valley, owned by Artal Family LP and constructed in 1965, has experienced several significant structural issues and maintenance events over the past two decades. Most notably, in 2018-2019, the building required substantial foundation work at the southeast corner due to undercutting concerns, including $85,000 in underpinning work and a $90,000 retaining wall construction to address soil stabilization issues.

These were preceded by a series of violations in 2001 that required multiple fire safety and building repairs, including fire escape maintenance, smoke enclosure door repairs, and weatherproofing work, all of which were completed by September 2001. More recent concerns include several complaints in 2019 regarding water intrusion, unauthorized work, and structural problems, as well as a 2023 complaint about common areas that was resolved within a week.

The building underwent structural strengthening work in 2019 costing $35,000, and has had other maintenance performed such as re-roofing in 2017 ($15,000). Multiple inspections and routine checks have been conducted over the years, with the most recent building works focusing on retaining wall replacement at the rear property line. While the building has had its share of issues, most violations have been addressed and resolved, with particular attention paid to fire safety and structural integrity over the years.