140 Portola Dr, San Francisco, CA 94131

140 Portola Drive is a 7-unit multi-family residential building located in Twin Peaks, constructed in 2019 by 140 Portola Drive LLC. The building has experienced a prolonged construction period with numerous permits and violations over the years. Most recently, in 2023, there have been several significant developments including the installation of a new automatic fire alarm system, structural revisions to rear units, and the continuation of previously commenced work. A notable active violation from December 2020 remains regarding incomplete installation of the elevator and unfinished exterior work, despite multiple permits being issued to address these issues.

The property faced substantial challenges during construction from 2004-2020, including multiple periods of inactivity, safety concerns about shoring, and numerous complaints about abandonment and site security. These historical issues triggered several violations under the Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance, though many of these have since been resolved. The building underwent major systems installations during its construction phase, including complete electrical, plumbing, and fire safety systems. The electrical system was notably comprehensive, including 400-amp service and installation of numerous appliances and safety features. A recent planning revision in 2024 focused on interior bathroom changes without expanding the building envelope or requiring new excavation.

While many construction-related issues have been addressed through various permits and permits renewals, there remains an active monitoring requirement under the Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance that appears to be connected to incomplete final inspections from 2020. The property has generated numerous recent 311 calls primarily related to garbage and debris issues on the exterior of the property, with multiple cases being resolved through city services. The building has undergone extensive permit work since its original construction in 2019, with particular focus in the last year on completing remaining work and addressing outstanding violations. Recent permits show continued attention to finalizing the building's systems and addressing previous compliance issues. The property is currently subject to active monitoring through the Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance, suggesting some remaining work or compliance requirements are still being finalized.