16-18 Valley St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The property at 16-18 Valley Street in Noe Valley is a three-story, multi-family residential building constructed in 1908, containing two units and currently owned by George & Juliana Theodoride. The building has undergone significant renovations and faced several challenges in recent years, particularly between 2010-2014. A major reconstruction phase occurred between 2013-2014, including foundation replacement, structural strengthening, bathroom remodels, window replacements, and extensive electrical and plumbing upgrades costing over $200,000.

This period also saw the installation of new fireplaces, comprehensive electrical rewiring, and bathroom improvements. The building had a significant violation case filed in 2010 that highlighted multiple safety concerns, including unauthorized wiring, plumbing issues, inadequate smoke detectors, and ventilation problems. These violations, along with complaints about illegal units, construction debris, and heating problems, were abated by November 2013 through various permitted improvements. More recent issues include two sewer-related complaints in 2023 and a report of odor from the side sewer vent.

The property has maintained active compliance since the major renovations, with recent permits showing legitimate improvements, though there have been some maintenance issues like broken glass windows and plumbing concerns. The building's history shows a pattern of unauthorized modifications prior to 2010, including unpermitted structures and multiple illegal unit conversions, which were addressed during the 2013-2014 renovation period. The most recent work consisted of general maintenance and upgrading systems, with the last significant permit activity focused on infrastructure improvements. The property has experienced occasional issues with neighboring encampments and street conditions, as evidenced by recent 311 calls, though these are more related to the surrounding neighborhood than the building itself.