196 Precita Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

196 Precita Avenue is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in Bernal Heights and owned by Frank R. Buhrmann. The property, built in 1913, has undergone several significant structural improvements over the past decades, with the most recent major work including a sewer lateral replacement in 2022 (15-20 feet of new infrastructure), and a re-roofing project in 2021 costing $5,800.

The building's maintenance history shows attention to critical infrastructure, particularly regarding the front exterior stairs, with multiple repairs and replacements performed in 2003 due to dry rot issues, and a complete replacement project in 2003 costing $9,000. Earlier improvements include foundation work in 2000 (approximately $58,000), horizontal addition in 1990, and rehabilitation of an existing cottage to create a second unit in 1990. The property has experienced recurring issues with parking violations, particularly concerning driveway blockages, with multiple citation cases recorded between October 2022 and September 2024.

While these are not directly related to building conditions, they may impact resident convenience. Of note was a sewage backup incident in January 2023 involving an out-of-catch-basin issue that was resolved by PUC Sewer Operations. The building's renovation and maintenance record demonstrates ongoing attention to structural integrity and systems maintenance, with most permits being properly completed or currently active, though there were two foundation-related permits from 2000 that are recorded as expired.