146 Portola Dr, San Francisco, CA 94131

146 Portola Drive is a three-story, eight-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1963 and currently owned by Peter F. Suttle. The property has undergone several significant structural and safety improvements over the past decade, most notably completing a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 at a cost of $115,000.

More recent concerns focus on various safety issues: in 2021, the building received multiple active violations related to fire safety and building maintenance, including problems with fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, fire escape ladders, guard rails, and the need for a 604 affidavit, with final warning letters issued in October 2024. The building has required substantial maintenance work, particularly regarding its exterior stairs and balconies. In 2021-2022, repairs were made to address issues with wood rot, fungus damage, and railing safety, with recent permits totaling over $29,000.

Unit renovations have been documented throughout the years, including bathroom and kitchen remodels in Units 101 and 202 (2014), electrical upgrades, and plumbing improvements such as a water heater replacement (2013). Historical complaints from 2006 recorded various maintenance issues including elevator problems, lighting concerns, and water damage in the lobby, though these were subsequently resolved. Recent 311 calls from 2023-2024 suggest ongoing maintenance needs, including reports of debris, cleaning requests, and a rodent/insect infestation complaint in October 2024 that was transferred to the Healthy Housing Program.