237-239 Hartford St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The two-unit residential building at 237-239 Hartford Street, located in the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights neighborhood, is a two-story, wood-framed structure built in 1900. The property is currently undergoing significant renovations, as evidenced by multiple active permits filed in 2023 for interior and exterior work, including kitchen upgrades, plumbing and electrical improvements, foundation reinforcement, and seismic stiffening. Notably, these renovations include the installation of new moment frames and modifications to the rear structure. The building's front facade has undergone previous renovations, with a major project in 2022 (valued at $120,000) aimed at replacing the existing cement plaster with a Victorian-style facade and reinforcing bay windows.

The property has maintained regular upkeep over the years, including a 2002 reroofing project and a 2008 service upgrade with electrical improvements. Recent activity in 2024 has generated several 311 calls, primarily related to street cleaning issues and parking violations, though none of these incidents directly relate to building safety or maintenance. A fire alarm incident was reported in July 2024, which was found to have no merit upon investigation. The building's historical assessment classified it as a Category C structure.

Current planning records indicate a focus on addressing non-compliance issues related to rear yard setbacks and optimizing the building's structural elements while minimizing impacts on neighboring properties. Recent developments demonstrate a proactive approach to building maintenance and modernization, particularly focusing on seismic safety and architectural improvements. The property owner, Jeffrey Dubin Glickman, is overseeing the current renovations which include significant structural and aesthetic upgrades to both units of the building. The extensive scope of work, now under review, includes provisions for a new roof deck, improved rear yard access, and various interior enhancements while addressing historical and zoning compliance requirements.