517 Potrero Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

The property at 517 Potrero Ave is a century-old, two-unit multi-family residential building located in Potrero Hill, currently owned by Catherine Ann Wayland Survi. The two-story building has undergone several significant repairs and maintenance work in recent years, most notably including an exterior stair repair in September 2023 costing $4,500, and a complete heating system replacement in Unit B in December 2021.

The building experienced a serious maintenance crisis in 2020, with multiple violations recorded on June 30, 2020, including issues with damaged walls and ceilings, window maintenance problems, and concerns about interior surfaces, though these violations were officially abated by January 26, 2022. Prior to this, there were concerning reports of mold issues in 2018 related to water problems in Unit B and the laundry room, along with safety concerns about broken emergency egress window bars, though these complaints are listed as not active. The property's maintenance history shows a pattern of addressing structural and safety concerns, with earlier work including window installations in 1993 and dry rot repairs in 1986.

Recent infrastructure challenges have been documented, including a sewage backup in March 2023 and various street maintenance issues in the surrounding area as recorded in 311 calls. While recent permits suggest ongoing maintenance of the property, including the recent stair repair, the building's history shows it has faced significant maintenance challenges, particularly related to water damage and interior surfaces, though these issues appear to have been formally resolved through appropriate channels. The property has also experienced external challenges typical of urban environments, as reflected in recent 311 calls for street cleaning and graffiti concerns, though the majority of these issues were promptly addressed or resolved by city services.