121 College Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

The two-unit multi-family residential building at 121 College Ave in Bernal Heights, owned by Michael G Hough, is a two-story structure built in 1909. The property underwent significant structural improvements in 2015, including the replacement of second-floor wooden posts and beams with structural steel, along with voluntary seismic bracing at the garage level, for which the owner invested $17,500.

During the same year, comprehensive upgrades were completed to the building's plumbing and electrical systems, including modifications to gas and water lines in the garage, installation of two new tankless water heaters, and an electrical service upgrade to 125 amps with Ufer ground installation. The property has experienced several maintenance and environmental challenges in recent years, with the most recent issues in 2024 including an open sidewalk defect due to tree root uplift and a resolved hazardous materials incident involving glass.

In August 2023, there were significant tree-related incidents impacting the property, including damage to property and a fallen tree, both of which were resolved. The area around the building has faced recurring waste management challenges, particularly during 2022-2023, with multiple reports of overflowing city garbage cans and loose garbage requiring general cleaning. While most of these environmental and maintenance issues have been resolved, including the tree and waste problems, the presence of an open sidewalk defect as of October 2024 warrants attention.