1223-1225 Capitol Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112

The three-story, two-unit multi-family residential building at 1223-1225 Capitol Avenue in San Francisco's Ingleside neighborhood, constructed in 2004, has a complex history characterized by significant permit violations and ongoing occupancy concerns. Originally built at a cost of $360,000 following the demolition of a previous structure, the building was constructed by owner Thomas Li. The building underwent multiple electrical installations in 2004, including 200-amp service and various electrical components, with one permit for a garage door opener subsequently expiring.

The most critical period in the building's history occurred during 2003-2005, when numerous building code violations were documented, including illegal demolition of the previous structure prior to proper permitting, unauthorized excavation work exposing adjacent property footings, and work performed during periods of suspended permits. These violations were eventually abated by November 2005. More recently, in 2020, serious concerns were raised about unauthorized conversion to multiple units, with complaints alleging the building was transformed from its original two-unit configuration to contain three units, including claims of bedroom over-provisioning and unauthorized structural modifications.

The building has continued to experience various maintenance and safety issues, as evidenced by recent 311 calls in 2023-2024, including reports of sewage backup, graffiti, and multiple instances of garbage and debris. Historical complaints from the construction period in 2004 documented worker trespassing issues and unauthorized access to adjacent property. Fire safety concerns were noted in 2007 regarding blocked exits and fire extinguishers, though these conditions were subsequently corrected. The most recent building complaint from August 2023 indicates an ongoing need for code enforcement attention.