120 Texas St, San Francisco, CA 94107

The 3-unit multi-family residential building at 120 Texas Street in Potrero Hill, owned by David P. Hearn, is a 2-story flats and duplex structure built in 1905 that has undergone several significant structural and electrical improvements over the past few decades. The most pressing historical concern involved an unauthorized raising of the rear building by 4-6 feet on cribbing, which triggered multiple building violations in 2002 that were not fully resolved until 2013.

The building has received substantial structural attention, particularly in 2002, when multiple permits were issued for foundation work including removal and replacement of the foundation ($12,000) and additional foundation work on the north side ($5,000), though some of these permits expired. Between 1997-1998, the building underwent critical seismic improvements including foundation bolting of the front basement and carriage house. More recent improvements include a complete electrical rewiring of the upstairs front apartment in 2016 with installation of a new sub-panel, and various maintenance work such as front stair repairs in 2014.

The property has experienced some maintenance and infrastructure issues in recent years, including two simultaneous sewer vent problems reported in January 2022, a December 2023 incident involving an unpermitted porta-potty related to a sidewalk issue, and a September 2023 sidewalk defect. The building has also faced occasional maintenance challenges as evidenced by multiple 311 calls regarding sidewalk cleaning, debris, and graffiti between 2022-2024. While most historical violations have been resolved, there remains one open sewer issue from January 2022 that shows as "Accepted" in the 311 system.