2237-2241 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The two-story mixed-use building at 2237-2241 Powell Street in North Beach, owned by Bill and Yvonne Lee, was constructed in 1906 and contains two residential units above a ground-floor commercial space. The property has undergone significant commercial improvements, particularly in 2008-2009, when it underwent extensive renovations to accommodate a restaurant use, including kitchen expansions, restroom accessibility improvements, and the installation of fire suppression systems. These improvements were substantial, with costs exceeding $100,000, and included mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work such as new electrical wiring, plumbing fixtures, and a three-compartment sink installation in 2018.

The building has experienced several safety-related incidents and complaints over the years, with the most recent concerns centered around fire alarm system functionality, including violations in 2023 and 2024, though these were corrected according to official records. There has been one documented cooking fire incident (confined to a container) with no injuries, and multiple false alarm activations of the fire system. The property is currently facing an active complaint regarding a vacant storefront filed in September 2024.

Recent maintenance issues have included a missing side sewer vent cover (September 2024) and multiple reports of garbage and debris on or near the property throughout 2024. There have also been historical accessibility concerns, with a 2001 complaint regarding illegal sloping at the entry door, which was resolved by 2003. The building's extensive renovation history, primarily focused on commercial space improvements, suggests ongoing maintenance and system upgrades, though recent complaints indicate some attention may be needed for both commercial and residential areas.