1453-1457 South Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

The three-story, six-unit apartment building at 1453-1457 South Van Ness Avenue, owned by Lee Tony & Yousun Sunny, was constructed in 1900 and has undergone significant renovations and maintenance work over recent years. Major improvements include a comprehensive window replacement project in 2020 ($30,500) installing fiberglass and vinyl windows throughout the building, a substantial interior renovation in 2019 ($230,000) involving electrical and plumbing updates, kitchen and bathroom renovations, and a bedroom reconfiguration project in 2020 ($100,000) modifying unit layouts without expanding the building envelope. In 2021, significant infrastructure upgrades included a 400-amp electrical panel upgrade, new individual heating systems for all units, and a sewer line installation with cleanouts.

The building has experienced several permit-related issues, including construction during the shelter-in-place period in March 2020, unauthorized work beyond permit scope in June 2022, and a 2019 incident of unpermitted plumbing work. The property has had some maintenance and safety concerns, most notably a 2023 complaint about insect/rodent issues in Unit 403, and various complaints regarding construction work timing and unauthorized modifications. Historical violations from 2003 related to heating system deficiencies and security requirements were resolved, and a 2012 violation regarding access for inspection was also addressed.

The building underwent tenant buyouts in 2019, with multiple tenants receiving relocation assistance ranging from $80,000 to $112,000, resulting in a substantial reduction of occupied units, which may have impacted some building systems during the transition period. While there have been several fire-related incidents recorded, they were primarily for false alarms or assists with no civilian injuries reported. Recent records show regular parking enforcement issues on the street, though these do not directly relate to building conditions or management.