484-486 Utah St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The two-unit residential building at 484-486 Utah Street in Potrero Hill, constructed in 1912, has undergone substantial improvements and faced several challenges over the years. The property has seen significant renovation activity in recent years, including a major attic renovation in 2021-2022 ($50,000), window replacements, and HVAC upgrades. In 2022, both units received high-efficiency furnace systems, and the top unit underwent complete rewiring.

Earlier, in 2015, the property faced issues with dry rot in the rear porch area of unit 484, which resulted in violations and required monitoring fees until abated in 2017. The building has a history of various maintenance and improvement projects, including reroofing ($20,000) in 2022, multiple window replacements, and bathroom renovations. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues and resident concerns, particularly documented complaints from 1998-2015 regarding potential illegal basement units, plumbing problems, and construction-related disturbances.

Historical complaints included bathroom mold, construction without permits, and concerns about lighting and broken fixtures. Recent maintenance has focused on addressing these historical problems, with substantial investment in structural and cosmetic improvements. The building's surroundings have been subject to typical urban issues, as evidenced by several 311 calls in recent years regarding street cleaning and debris, though these are not directly related to the building's condition. The property appears to be actively maintained under the ownership of Scott Hightower and Murray Ma, with substantial investments in modernization and improved systems over the past few years.