455-457 Vermont St, San Francisco, CA 94107

The 3-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 455-457 Vermont Street in Potrero Hill, constructed in 1929, has undergone several significant improvements and faced various building concerns over the past decades. Most notably, the property has embraced sustainability with the installation of solar panels, with two separate installations recorded in 2015 and 2016 totaling between 2.7 to 3.8 kW systems. Recent improvements include a comprehensive kitchen and laundry room remodel completed in 2013, which involved electrical upgrades including new subpanel installation and appliance connections.

The building underwent reroofing in 2011 at a cost of $17,200. The property has a history of building violations and compliance issues, particularly in the early 2000s, including multiple fire safety concerns in 2003 and 2008, such as the need for fire extinguishers, combustible storage issues, and repairs to damaged ceilings. These violations were addressed and abated, though their existence indicates some previous maintenance challenges.

A complaint in 2012 regarding unauthorized construction after hours suggests past enforcement issues, though this complaint has since been resolved. The earliest recorded complaint about the property dates back to 1994 regarding a leaking roof, which was promptly addressed within a week. While the building's major systems and safety concerns appear to have been addressed through various permits and work completed, recent 311 calls for the surrounding area primarily relate to parking issues and encampments on the street, which while not directly related to the building's condition, may affect the general neighborhood environment. The most recent building improvements and permits indicate ongoing maintenance and upgrading of the property, particularly in terms of sustainability with the solar panel installations and modernized amenities.