380 Sawyer St, San Francisco, CA 94134

The three-story multi-family residential building at 380 Sawyer St, located in Visitacion Valley, is owned by Jose & Marina A Samano and consists of two units. Built in 1915, this flats/duplex structure has undergone several significant modifications and faced various regulatory challenges over the years. A solar installation was completed in 2015, featuring 13 roof-mounted PV modules with a total capacity of 4.0 kW and a 100-amp main panel upgrade.

In 2000, the property experienced multiple code enforcement actions related to unauthorized construction, including issues with a rear porch, a one-story rear structure, and improper window installation, though these violations were ultimately abated by May 25, 2000. More recent concerns include an active complaint from 2009 regarding possible illegal units with kitchen and bathroom facilities on the ground level. The building has a history of various fire department responses, including multiple false alarms and detector activations, with one intentional building fire recorded (though no civilian injuries were reported in any incidents).

Recent activity at the property has included multiple 311 calls between January 8-14, 2025, primarily related to garbage and debris issues, parking violations, and a structural maintenance concern, suggesting ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges. A retaining wall reconstruction project was permitted in 1990, though records indicate it may not have been completed properly. While some fire code violations related to alarm systems were recorded in 2022-2024 for the adjacent address (1491-1497 Sunnydale Ave), these appear to be separate from the current property's records. The building's permit history shows a mix of completed and potentially unresolved work, requiring careful consideration of historical maintenance patterns and regulatory compliance.