1652-1654 Palou Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124

The two-story multi-family residential building at 1652-1654 Palou Ave in the Bayview neighborhood, owned by Michael S Pederson, consists of three units and was constructed in 1928. The property has undergone significant renovations and faced several regulatory challenges over the years. Most notably, between 2017 and 2019, there were substantial improvements including window replacements, a studio apartment remodel with new electrical and plumbing systems, and bathroom upgrades.

In 2012-2013, the building underwent voluntary seismic upgrades and was brought into compliance with housing inspection violations from 2007-2008, which had cited issues including stairs needing repair, security door self-closing devices, and heating system deficiencies. Multiple heating-related complaints were recorded in 2007-2008, though subsequent electrical and plumbing permits from 2018 confirm installation of new systems including sub-panels and heating units. Recent maintenance records indicate ongoing attention to building infrastructure, with plumbing work completed in late 2019.

The property has active building violations from 2007 related to stairs, security devices, and lead-based paint concerns, which appear to have persisted beyond their initial notification dates. The building's electrical system has received various upgrades, including a 200-amp service installation. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 have primarily focused on external issues such as garbage and debris removal, sidewalk parking violations, and a collapsed sidewalk, though these are municipal infrastructure concerns rather than building-specific issues. While the building has experienced various maintenance challenges over the years, recent permits and completed work suggest ongoing efforts to maintain and upgrade the property's systems, though some historical violations appear to remain on record.