2652-2656 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 2652-2656 Larkin Street property is a historic 3-story multi-family residential building located in Russian Hill, consisting of 2 units and built in 1900, currently owned by the Vaughan Family Trust. The building has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects over the years, including stucco work in 2012 to replace shingles on the side wall ($8,000) and gas fireplace installation in 2012.

The property experienced notable issues between 2008-2012 involving unauthorized construction of a skateboard ramp in the rear yard, which led to multiple building violations and abatement proceedings, though these were ultimately resolved. Recent concerns at the property have primarily centered around fire safety compliance, with multiple fire code violations issued between 2017-2024, including issues with sprinkler systems, standpipe maintenance, and emergency records. In late 2024, there were new fire code violations documented on December 18, 2024, including problems with sprinkler maintenance, alarm systems, and fire escape maintenance.

The building has also faced some maintenance challenges recently, including a sewage backup incident in November 2024 and a water leak in August 2024. There have been regular issues with parking enforcement in the vicinity, as evidenced by multiple citations for blocking driveways between 2024 and 2025, though these are external to the building itself. The property has experienced several false fire alarm incidents and elevator rescue situations, though none have involved civilian injuries.