1961-1965 15th St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The 6-unit multi-family residential building at 1961-1965 15th Street, located in San Francisco's Mission Dolores neighborhood, is a 3-story structure built in 1912 and currently owned by Yeramian Sansom Ltd Partner. The building has undergone several significant safety and modernization improvements in recent years, most notably completing a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 at a cost of $50,000, which included the installation of new plywood shear walls, Simpson Strong walls, and foundation work to enhance seismic stability. In 2016, substantial repairs were made to address dry rot issues in the rear stairs and landings on all three floors, demonstrating a commitment to structural maintenance and safety.

The building has also seen significant unit improvements, including a comprehensive kitchen and bathroom remodel in unit #1965A in 2016, and various plumbing and electrical upgrades between 2009-2011, such as the installation of new gas furnaces, water heaters, bathroom updates, and extensive electrical system improvements including new lighting, outlets, and appliance circuits. The property has experienced some maintenance and compliance challenges, particularly in 2016 when there were complaints about construction work without proper permits, though these issues were addressed. Historical violations from 2002 related to building safety, fire safety, and security requirements were all properly abated by August 2002.

The building's most recent inspections and permits indicate active management of safety requirements, including the installation of smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. While there have been some recent 311 calls regarding the surrounding area (primarily between 2021-2024), these were mostly related to external issues such as graffiti, sidewalk defects, and street cleaning matters, rather than building-specific concerns. The property's electrical and plumbing systems have received significant attention and upgrading over the past decade, suggesting ongoing maintenance and modernization efforts to meet current standards and improve resident comfort and safety.