16 Powers Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 16 Powers Avenue in Bernal Heights, owned by Roy Scheer, has undergone significant renovations since its construction in 1900, with the most substantial work occurring between 2013-2014. During this period, the property received comprehensive upgrades including the installation of a new fire sprinkler system throughout the building, complete interior remodels of all three units including kitchen and bath replacements, electrical system upgrades with 200-amp service installations, and various structural improvements such as new foundation work and roof replacement, totaling over $300,000 in permitted work.

Prior to these improvements, the building experienced several maintenance and safety issues, as evidenced by violations and complaints from 2000 and 2008 regarding fire safety equipment, security requirements, and unsafe structural elements like a utility ladder. Historical records from the 1980s show previous foundation, staircase, and siding replacements, indicating ongoing maintenance of building systems. Recent activity at the property has primarily consisted of parking-related incidents, with numerous complaints about driveway blockages recorded between March and September 2024.

These parking enforcement issues, while not directly related to building safety or condition, have occurred frequently, with several resulting in citations. The building's most recent inspection history shows no active violations or complaints regarding unit conditions or building systems, suggesting that the major renovation work completed in 2013-2014 successfully addressed previous safety and maintenance concerns. The property has maintained its three-unit configuration, though there was a 1997 complaint about possible unauthorized unit conversions that was subsequently resolved.