163-165 Clipper St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The duplex at 163-165 Clipper Street in Noe Valley is a two-story, multi-family residential building constructed in 1900, currently owned by Dwight Lee Smith. The property has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple maintenance challenges over the years. In 2015, the building experienced a series of violations that were documented in multiple complaints, including security issues (improper door locks), building defects (damaged ceilings and weatherproofing), interior surface problems (floors and ceilings), and heating system failures, all of which were ultimately abated by May 2016 through various repair and compliance permits.

These repairs included wall restoration, window replacements, electrical upgrades, and the installation of new wall heaters. A water heater installation violation was reported in October 2015, which was also addressed through subsequent permits. Prior improvements to the property include a substantial renovation in 2012 that encompassed bathroom and kitchen remodels, bedroom updates, laundry facilities, and electrical system upgrades, including the installation of a 50A sub-panel and various plumbing fixtures.

Historical maintenance records show earlier work such as reroofing in 2002. The building has had several 311 calls regarding parking issues near the property, with multiple reports of vehicles blocking driveways between 2022 and 2024, and occasional complaints about waste receptacle management between 2013 and 2018. While the building has faced various maintenance challenges over the years, the records indicate that the owner has generally addressed violations and completed necessary repairs, particularly during the 2015 remediation period when multiple permits were issued to comply with housing inspections.