4 Gerke Aly, San Francisco, CA 94133

The property at 4 Gerke Alley is a 3-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1907, currently owned by Goggin Living Trust. The building has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects over the years, with particular attention to addressing safety concerns. Most recently, in 2017, there were repair works completed for dry rot on the deck ($1,200) and reroofing work ($6,200).

There were multiple repair works in 2014 focusing on the backstairs, including a more substantial $8,000 repair of damaged treads and stringer. The building experienced water-related issues in 2016 that prompted urgent plumbing work, including the replacement of sanitary and storm drain piping ($3,000) and a house trap replacement, which was initiated following complaints from neighbors about water intrusion and drainage concerns. A notable historical compliance issue occurred in 2008 when multiple violations were recorded related to interior surfaces, including damaged walls, floors, and ceilings, though these were all abated by November 2008. The building underwent a significant interior renovation in 2009, including bathroom relocation, kitchen remodeling, and associated electrical and plumbing upgrades ($38,000).

The property has experienced several structural and maintenance issues over its history, including concerns about the rear stairs' condition, water damage, and electrical problems. There were three separate plumbing complaints in 2016 alone regarding drainage piping work, which were all resolved through appropriate permits. The most recent activity at the address has been limited to parking-related complaints in 2023-2024, with no significant building-related issues reported in recent years. Planning records indicate attention to proper permitting and compliance, particularly regarding a roof deck replacement, with clarifications about fire wall requirements and permit verification processes.