152 Hancock St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The 4-story, 3-unit multi-family residential building at 152 Hancock Street in the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights neighborhood, built in 1927, has undergone several significant renovations and improvements over the past decade. The most substantial work occurred between 2015-2016, when major upgrades included the relocation of one unit to the sub-basement level, installation of a new fire sprinkler system throughout the building, kitchen and bathroom reconfigurations, foundation strengthening, and comprehensive electrical and plumbing upgrades. The building received a complete electrical system upgrade in 2015, including a new fire alarm system with smoke detectors and notification devices, and plumbing work comprising updates to 6 bathrooms, 3 kitchen sinks, and other systems.

A more recent improvement was the installation of an EV charger in 2022. The building has experienced several compliance and maintenance issues over the years, particularly between 2009-2013, when violations were recorded for unpermitted work, including unauthorized plumbing and electrical installations, and a lead paint notice was issued in 2011. Though these violations are now listed as not active, they indicate past maintenance challenges.

Recent maintenance work has focused on smaller interior improvements, including skylight and door resealing in 2019 costing $15,000. The property has had minimal recent complaints, with the most recent concerns being about surface issues such as tree maintenance (October 2023) and a sewage backup (November 2023). All major systems have been updated to current standards, including fire safety systems, plumbing, and electrical infrastructure, suggesting that the building is currently maintained to modern safety codes.