The City of San Francisco has made significant strides in preserving its historical heritage, as revealed in a recent government meeting focused on the Inner Sunset Neighborhood Commercial District. The city has completed a comprehensive survey of 211 properties along Irving Street, Ninth Avenue, and Judah Street, identifying 15 buildings eligible for listing as individual historic resources and designating one area as a historic district.

The survey, conducted from July to October 2023, aimed to gather baseline property information on buildings that had not been previously surveyed or assigned a California historic resource status code. The findings will be reflected in the city’s property information map, with 179 properties deemed ineligible for historic listing.

Among the notable properties identified for their historical significance are 815 to 827 Irving Street and 807 Lincoln Way. The former, associated with the modernization of neighborhood storefronts, showcases Art Deco detailing and is recognized as the last location of the iconic Rexall drugstore chain in San Francisco. Meanwhile, the Little Shamrock, established in the 1890s, is celebrated as the Sunset District's oldest business and one of the oldest bars in the city.

Additionally, the survey recognized the Irving and Fifteenth Avenue neighborhood commercial district as a historic district, highlighting its architectural significance and the early development of Irving Street as a commercial corridor. This district features three contributing properties, all constructed in 1926, characterized by brick facades and classical architectural details.

These efforts reflect San Francisco's commitment to preserving its cultural heritage and ensuring that significant historical sites are recognized and protected for future generations. The city plans to continue engaging with the community as it moves forward with these findings, reinforcing the importance of historical preservation in urban development.