594 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The two-story multi-family residential building at 594 Chestnut Street in North Beach, owned by the Charles Farruggia Revocable Trust, was constructed in 1906 and contains 4 residential units. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the years, with the most recent major work being a house trap replacement completed in May 2024. Other notable recent maintenance includes electrical service upgrades in 2012 and a street space permit issued in 2012.

The ground floor commercial space has seen various transformations, including a 2006 conversion from a flower shop to a coffee shop. The building has a documented history of plumbing and water issues, particularly in 2001-2002, when multiple violations were recorded regarding improper plumbing installations, leaking fixtures, and unauthorized work, though these were ultimately resolved. More recently, there have been complaints about construction noise in 2024 and serious concerns in 2019 regarding excessive jackhammering and noise disturbances.

A routine housing inspection in December 2015 revealed several fire safety concerns, including issues with fire extinguishers, fire escape maintenance, and smoke alarm compliance, though these were addressed. The property experienced earthquake damage in 1990 requiring plaster repairs, and has maintained an active presence with various building permits and improvements throughout its history. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 indicate ongoing challenges with exterior maintenance, including reports of human waste and debris on the sidewalk, though these issues are primarily external to the building itself.