159-161 Sickles Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112

The two-unit multi-family residential building at 159-161 Sickles Avenue, owned by Jimmy Valencia, was constructed in 1945 and is classified as a Flats & Duplex structure with two stories. The property has experienced several significant events, most notably a major regulatory issue in 2004 when an illegal third dwelling unit was created in the garage level with a non-conforming kitchen (including stove, sink, hood, countertop, and cabinets) adjacent to existing rooms and bathrooms, triggering building violations and complaints. This violation was subsequently addressed through permits in 2004 for removal of the kitchen equipment, with the work completed by May 2005.

The building underwent legitimate improvements in 2002, with the addition of a laundry room, exercise room, and playroom on the ground floor at a cost of $15,000. The property has seen recurring parking enforcement issues in recent years, particularly between 2018-2023, with multiple incidents of vehicles parking on sidewalks and blocking driveways, though these are not directly related to the building's condition or safety. A notable tenant buyout occurred in February 2020 at 161 Sickles Avenue, with $25,000 paid to two tenants.

More recently, there is an open issue from February 2023 regarding pavement defects on Sickles Avenue, though this is a street maintenance matter outside the building's jurisdiction. A combustible materials complaint was filed and resolved in August 2008, with the matter referred to the Department of Building Inspection. While the building has had its share of compliance issues and parking problems in the surrounding area, there are no currently active building violations or complaints as of the latest records.