650-652 Andover St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The property at 650-652 Andover Street in Bernal Heights is a two-story, multi-family residential building constructed in 1925, currently owned by Shibli S/naifeh Azar Mar De, containing two residential units plus a commercial space. The building has undergone significant modifications over the years, with the most notable recent change being the conversion of one dwelling unit into a childcare facility in 2016-2018, which included installing a new fire alarm system ($10,000) and various accessibility modifications. This conversion led to several code compliance issues, including unauthorized construction of a ramp (2017) and a complaint about unpermitted change of use, though these were eventually resolved through proper permitting and corrections.

The building has seen substantial improvements to its infrastructure, including a complete reroofing (2015), installation of a tankless water heater, remodeling of three bathrooms and one kitchen (2018), and various electrical upgrades including new 100-amp subpanels and safety improvements. Historical issues include multiple violations related to an unsafe fence (2005-2007), several building complaints in 2012-2013 regarding safety concerns, and past problems with unpermitted construction work. Most recent building permits include work on the detached garage (2021) and various maintenance improvements.

The property has received attention for exterior maintenance issues, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding tree damage and debris removal, though these are primarily related to street-level concerns rather than building-specific issues. The building's maintenance record shows a generally responsive pattern to code violations and safety concerns, with most issues being addressed through subsequent permits and corrections. The property has maintained compliance with fire safety requirements, with the most recent fire alarm system inspection in 2022 showing corrected conditions. Recent maintenance activities suggest ongoing attention to infrastructure upkeep, though the presence of multiple open 311 calls indicates some ongoing exterior maintenance needs as of 2024.