524 Kansas St, San Francisco, CA 94107

524 Kansas Street is a 4-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building located in Potrero Hill, built in 1977 and currently owned by Masami Hattori & Petra Mofa. The building has undergone several significant renovations and improvements over the years, with the most recent work being a reroofing project completed in 2023 at a cost of $14,800.

A major renovation occurred in 2014-2015 involving the relocation of one unit above the garage, remodeling of a second-floor unit, and the installation of a comprehensive fire sprinkler system throughout the building, including 80 heads and a 2-inch underground fire service, costing a total of $430,000. The building faced several challenges in 2017, including multiple fire code violations related to blocked exits, combustibles in exit paths, smoke alarm issues, and sprinkler service concerns, though these violations were subsequently abated. The property has experienced various maintenance and operational issues, including plumbing problems in 2015 (busted pipe, water leak), construction-related complaints about dust and debris, and some parking enforcement concerns in the surrounding area.

In 2019, there were reports of medical waste (needles) near the property that were resolved by city services. Of particular note is the building's history with short-term rentals, as evidenced by planning records showing a violation in 2019 regarding high-volume short-term rentals on Airbnb, which was eventually resolved when owners ceased hosting and transitioned all units to long-term rentals. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, including window and siding replacement in 2010, installation of new furnaces in 2015, and various unit-specific improvements over the years.