3978-3980 Cesar Chavez St, San Francisco, CA 94131

This three-story, two-unit multi-family residential building located at 3978-3980 Cesar Chavez St in Noe Valley was built in 1927 and is currently owned by the Dhamija Family Trust. The property has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple regulatory challenges over the past two decades. Most recently, in 2015, the rear stairs and deck were reconstructed, while between 2012 and 2013, substantial improvements were made including a complete electrical rewiring, installation of new fireplaces, and comprehensive remodeling of kitchens and bathrooms in both units.

Notable building issues were documented in 2011-2012, including concerns about unauthorized unit modifications, occupancy violations, and structural problems such as dry rot in the rear stairway and exterior stucco deterioration. These violations prompted several permits to address the issues, including the removal of non-permitted partition walls and bathrooms, repairs to dry rot components, and building code compliance work. The building's history includes multiple building complaints and violations, particularly in the early 2000s and 1990s, involving unauthorized construction work, maintenance issues, and occupancy concerns.

These issues were generally addressed through subsequent permits and repairs. Recent maintenance and compliance activity includes repairs to address lead paint concerns, window replacements, and various interior improvements. The property has experienced minimal recent issues, with the most current concerns being limited to a pavement defect reported in April 2024, though this appears to be related to the public street rather than the property itself. The building's extensive permit and repair history suggests ongoing maintenance and upgrading of the property, with most major compliance issues having been resolved through official permits and inspections.