3975-3979 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The three-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 3975-3979 18th Street, owned by the David Augustus Galie Trust, has a complex history dating back to its construction in 1900. The property has undergone various modifications and faced multiple compliance issues over the years, most notably in 2002 when unpermitted additions to the rear of the building were reported, resulting in violations that weren't abated until 2013. In recent years, there have been several attempts to modify the building's unit configuration, including a 2023 proposal for an additional dwelling unit on the 3rd floor (unit 3979) and ground floor improvements, though this permit was withdrawn.

A similar pattern was seen in 2022 with a withdrawn permit to reinstall a kitchen in unit 3977, which had allegedly been merged with unit 3979. The building's maintenance history shows attention to basic infrastructure, with records of roof replacement in 2006, garage floor repairs in 2014, and various electrical upgrades in 2009 including rewiring common areas and adding receptacles. There have been multiple tenant-related complaints over the years, including concerns about unauthorized dwelling units and short-term rentals, most recently in 2018 regarding a ground floor unit with full kitchen and bathroom facilities.

The property has experienced typical urban maintenance issues documented through 311 calls, primarily related to street cleaning and encampment management in the surrounding area. While most past violations have been resolved, the recent withdrawal of permits suggesting unit modifications raises questions about current building configuration and usage. The property has undergone several permit applications for unit modifications between 2002-2023, with varying levels of completion and compliance with regulatory requirements.